Group Telco & Software Procurement Specialist

Group Telco & Software Procurement Specialist

Global Technology Services Provider

Location – EU + Remote Working Options

Salary – €70k-€80k Fixed + Bonus & Benefits

Are you looking for a challenging next career step to develop your skills and expertise in global IT Procurement? This industry-leading IT Services and Consulting firm is looking for an ambitious and talented IT Procurement specialist with subject matter expertise in the Telecoms category with supplemental knowledge in Software.

This is a very fast-paced role that manages IT procurement as a direct spend, with a significant impact on both the company’s Top-Line revenue growth and Bottom-Line cost savings. The IT procurement team plays a critical role in managing the demands of the company’s internal business needs as well as the IT needs of the customers to whom they provide IT services.

You will be the global point of contact externally for many of the critical mega-vendors for Telecoms Products & Services that are supplied to the company’s customers. you will be responsible for negotiating global enterprise agreements and internally managing senior executive and board-level stakeholder relationships. It’s therefore essential that you have excellent knowledge of the global telecoms and relevant software services landscape and exceptional skill in global contract negotiations to ensure the business obtains the most favourable terms.

As the Group Telco & Software Procurement Specialist you will be responsible for:-

Providing subject matter expertise to internal stakeholders on any matters relating to global software and telecoms services procurement
Leading negotiations with top global software & telco vendors such as SAP, Microsoft, LinkedIn, Citrix, Cisco, Orange, Vodafone & others
Delivering long-term global category management strategy to leverage business volume and future demand
Ensuring effective delivery of global category strategy across the network of local buyers worldwide
Challenging internal IT business stakeholders on their requirements and cost budgeting

Necessary skills and experience required to be considered for the Group Telco & Software Procurement Specialist position:-

Proven track record of leading a global software and telecoms procurement portfolio and managing relationships with top-tier global vendors
Degree qualified to BSc level or relevant work experience; Additional procurement qualifications or MBA highly desirable
Experience in negotiating complex global contractual agreements for software services and software licensing
Excellent communication skills in English; fluency in French, German, or other EU languages highly beneficial

If you are looking for a fast-paced work environment that rewards hard work and high performance with promotions and internal career mobility then this is a fantastic opportunity for you. As the Group Telco & Software Procurement Specialist, you will be in a high-visibility position with the ability to impact a significant portion of the company’s global direct procurement spend. You will be part of a highly talented group of procurement professionals to grow and learn alongside.

To register your interest in the position please share your most recent CV (English Version).