Procurement Manager (IT)

TL;DR

Procurement Manager (IT): Leading strategic sourcing and supplier management activities across technology spend with an accent on software, cloud services, and infrastructure. Focus on delivering value through contract lifecycle management and maturing procurement practices across the organization.

Location: London, United Kingdom

Company

hirify.global is a global research and data company dedicated to making millions of people's opinions heard for the benefit of local and international communities.

What you will do

• Partner with business leaders and technical stakeholders to develop sourcing and category strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Lead end-to-end procurement projects from market engagement through to contract award and implementation.
• Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, and service levels to maximize value and minimize risk.
• Oversee supplier governance, performance monitoring via KPIs, and the full contract lifecycle including renewals.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to supplier dependency, cybersecurity, and technology obsolescence.
• Implement new procurement tools and develop reporting to support business planning and decision-making.

Requirements

• Significant experience managing indirect procurement activities, particularly within the IT category.
• Proven track record of delivering end-to-end sourcing projects and managing large-scale IT contracts.
• Strong knowledge of software licensing, cloud services, IT consulting, and infrastructure.
• Excellent commercial negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Experience using e-sourcing platforms such as SAP Ariba, Coupa, or equivalent.
• Must be based in or have the right to work in London, United Kingdom

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to diversity of background and representative research.
• Best-in-class benefits supporting physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.
• Supportive workplace environment that fosters a sense of belonging.
• Culture driven by being fast, fearless, innovative, and guided by ethics and accuracy.