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Commercial Lead - IT & Digital - Local Auhtority

Spencer Clarke Group

London

Hybrid

GBP 57,000 - 64,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Commercial Lead for IT & Digital to shape and deliver their Digital & IT Strategy. This exciting role involves driving the service plan, managing procurement and contract performance, and ensuring value for money in IT spend. With a hybrid working model, you will collaborate with stakeholders and lead initiatives that enhance digital capabilities. If you have a passion for IT procurement and are looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Hybrid working
Free DBS checks
Post Placement Aftercare
Loyalty reward scheme
Regular competitions

Qualifications

  • CIPS level 3 minimum or 5 years' experience in purchasing IT solutions.
  • In-depth knowledge of shared service models is advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Drive delivery of Digital & IT Service plan/strategy and market management.
  • Ensure adherence to commissioning/procurement governance.

Skills

Procurement expertise
Contract management
Stakeholder management
Leadership skills
Negotiation skills

Education

CIPS level 3
5+ years in purchasing IT solutions
Local Authority/Public Sector experience

Job description

My client in Greater London is looking to appoint a talented Commercial Lead for IT & Digital on a Permanent basis.

This role is responsible for the shaping and delivery of the Digital & IT Strategy for Procurement, Contract, Negotiations, Supplier management and ensure adherence to the Commissioning governance for all Digital & IT spend.

About the role:

Based in Greater London (Hybrid - 1 day per week on site):

  • The position involves driving the delivery of the Digital & IT Service plan/strategy, market management, and working with stakeholders.
  • Leadership, commissioning and performance management, customer and partner relations, digital/new ways of working, and delivery of IT strategy.
  • Achieve value for money (VFM) in commissioning spend and contract performance for the Councils' shared IT service.
  • Ensure adherence to commissioning/procurement governance.

About you:
You will have the following experiences:

  • CIPS level 3 minimum or having at least 5 years' experience in purchasing IT solutions.
  • Local Authority/Public Sector experience is highly advantageous.
  • In-depth knowledge, experience and understanding of a shared service model is also highly advantageous.
  • Procurement and contract subject matter expertise across the IT category.

What's on offer:

  • Salary: £57,663 - £63,159 Per Annum

*negotiable based on experience

*please submit your CV with the rate you require

  • Hybrid working
  • Contract type: Permanent
  • Hours: 09:00 - 17:00 Monday to Friday

How to apply:

  • Once your CV is received, if you are successful you will be contacted.
  • Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

About Spencer Clarke Group:

Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way.

When you join us, you will receive:

  • Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities.
  • Free DBS checks.
  • Post Placement Aftercare.
  • Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals.

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