IT Supplier Manager

Reporting to the IT Services Manager, you’ll identify and source new suppliers, support existing suppliers and support the optimisation of supplier performance. You’ll collaborate with Procurement, Finance, Project, and Change teams, providing expertise in supplier technologies and best practices.

• Collaborate with Procurement to negotiate IT contracts aligned with business goals.
• Support training, helping staff develop skills and capabilities that allow supplier-related services to support CITB operations.
• Lead sourcing and relationship management of new and existing IT suppliers.
• Research customer needs and apply best practices to enhance service delivery.
• Coordinate with IT Services to maintain and update infrastructure and supplier-delivered services.
• Monitor and improve IT supplier performance for value and service effectiveness.
• Support contract renewals and replacements to minimize service risks and support change planning.

• Professional development qualifications
• Experience of managing suppliers
• Experience in contributing towards planning, budgeting and policy development
• Experience in supplier management and a passion for driving results
• Analytical skills in order to be able to evaluate (mainly) factual information
• Experience in planning, budgeting, and policy input.
• Strong analytical, communication and influencing skills

2 Years Fixed Term Contract

Peterborough - with the option for a blended working approach, agreed with your Line Manager. (1 day in the office per week)

£53,303 per annum + £6,799 Car Allowance

£45,000 - £55,000

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + 3 days Christmas shutdown
• Employee Assistance Programme — because your wellbeing matters
• Generous pension scheme (up to 9% employer contribution)
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Free onsite parking
• 24/7 GP Services