3237 IT & Software Developer jobs in the UK
Requirements
Must:
- Proven experience as a Buyer/Senior Buyer within the indirect arena, software, SaaS, or technology centric organisation.
- Strong track record of delivering cost savings, optimising spend, and negotiating high value agreements.
- Deep understanding of indirect service agreements, software licensing models, cloud/SaaS contracts, and IT procurement practices.
- Demonstrated ability to manage supplier risk across commercial, operational, and compliance dimensions.
- Strong influencing, negotiation and communication skills with a proven track record of effective cost management and cost savings delivery.
- Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and relationship building skills.
- Strong analytical and commercial mindset with proficiency in data driven decision making.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high growth environment while managing competing priorities.
- CIPS qualified or willing to work towards.
- Good working knowledge of IT packages including Microsoft and ERP systems.
- Confident outlook and a positive attitude to deliver departmental targets.
- Able to deputise for the procurement manager if required.
Responsibilities
- Lead the sourcing, negotiation, and contract management of indirect, software, SaaS, and IT service categories.
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies that align with organisational goals around cost optimisation, risk mitigation, and technology enablement.
- Analyse spend, market trends, and vendor landscapes to identify savings opportunities and procurement efficiencies.
- Deliver measurable cost savings through strategic negotiation, supplier consolidation, and demand management.
- Implement total cost of ownership (TCO) methodologies to ensure long term value.
- Assess and manage supplier related risks, including commercial, operational, cyber security, data privacy, and regulatory compliance risks.
- Work closely with Legal, InfoSec, and Risk teams to ensure contracts and supplier engagements satisfy corporate standards.
- Build and maintain strong, strategic relationships with key software and technology suppliers.
- Lead supplier business reviews, performance assessments, and supplier development initiatives.
- Drive continuous improvement and innovation through collaborative supplier engagement.
- Serve as a trusted advisor to business units, providing guidance on sourcing options, commercial terms, and supplier capabilities.
- Partner cross functionally with IT, Engineering, Product, Legal, and Finance to support technology driven initiatives.
- Communicate procurement strategies, market insights, and recommendations clearly and effectively to senior leaders.
- Ensure adherence to procurement policies, contract governance, and approval workflows.
- Support the development and improvement of procurement processes and systems (e.g., contract lifecycle management, vendor onboarding).
Description
At Microlise, we are a proud Midlands-based company that has been delivering innovative software, telematics, and proof-of-purchase solutions for over thirty years. As a recently publicly listed company, we support many of the UKs leading grocery retailers and logistics providers. Our culture is designed to foster employee growth, well-being, and team collaboration. We offer full training and support, private medical insurance with various rewards, 33 days of holiday that increases with service, life assurance, and numerous staff extras. Recognized as a Great Place to Work, we are committed to our employees development, well-being, and satisfaction.
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