Supply Chain Manager - Technology

Are you a Procurement Category Manager or experienced Procurement Category Buyer with strong Technology category experience looking to step into a high impact, business facing role?

Talent Drive are partnering with a QinetiQ who are investing heavily in its technology landscape – and looking for someone to help drive value, innovation and commercial outcomes across IT & Digital spend.

Given the nature of the business, you'll be required to obtain SC Clearance

The Role

You’ll take ownership of a technology-led portfolio (SaaS, Software, Digital, IT services), supporting c.£200M of supply chain spend. This is a highly visible role where you’ll influence senior stakeholders, shape sourcing strategies and drive supplier performance.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead sourcing activity across Software, SaaS, Digital & IT projects
• Influence stakeholders early to shape demand and strategy
• Run tenders and negotiate contracts to deliver commercial value
• Manage supplier relationships, performance and risk
• Support SRM to unlock innovation and long-term value
• Play a key role in ongoing procurement transformation & S2P evolution

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience across Technology procurement (SaaS / Software / Digital)
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
• Proven track record in commercial negotiations
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• MCIPS (or working towards) desirable

Why Join?

• High-impact role with real influence across the business
• Work on complex, strategic technology spend
• Be part of a transformation journey, not just BAU
• Clear progression within a global environment

Please get in touch to discuss further by applying or emailing your CV to Brad@talentdrive.co.uk

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