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Technology Sourcing Manager

Linklaters LLP, City of Westminster

Technology Sourcing Manager

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Linklaters LLP, City of Westminster

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 20 Nov | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 153b0003146945a79f37014d1cfd48ff

Full Job Description

  • Leading Strategy: Develop and implement sourcing and contracting strategies across the Technology category (Software, Hardware, Network, SaaS, IaaS), including complex, high-value projects.
  • Contract Negotiations: Lead negotiations for various agreements, ensuring adherence to the Sourcing Policy.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain effective relationships with senior internal stakeholders and project teams.
  • Execution of Strategies: Support the development and execution of Category Strategy for Technology, managing due diligence, supplier audits, and risk management.
  • Supplier Management: Manage and evaluate suppliers, negotiate complex contracts, and create innovative approaches for renewals to maximise performance and value.
    • Responsibilities will include:
  • Complex Sourcing: Create complex RFX, coordinate bidder responses, and lead the supplier evaluation process.
  • Supplier Onboarding: Lead onboarding processes, negotiate complex contracts, and foster positive supplier relationships.
  • Category Reporting: Support with category reporting, project status, and resource management., Private Medical Insurance
  • Free in-house fitness centre and subsidised health club memberships
  • Free onsite GP service and periodic health assessments
    • Finance
  • Pension and flexible savings options
  • Income protection and life assurance
  • Mortgage advice and will-writing services.
    • Family & Lifestyle
  • Electric car and cycle to work schemes.
  • Emergency family care
  • Additional holiday/birthday leave.
  • Maternity/paternity/shared parental leave.
  • Travel insurance and season ticket loan
  • Option to join sports and social clubs, as well as our employee networks groups (such as our Gender Equality, With Pride, or Social Mobility Networks)
    • Technical Skills This list of duties and responsibilities above is not exhaustive. It is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for, the performance of this job. As such, the role may also include the undertaking of additional tasks as required.

  • Previous experience in a Technology focused Sourcing/Procurement role is essential
  • At least 5 years experience working within a global matrix environment with high value and complex agreements
  • Extensive exposure to sourcing, contracting and managing suppliers
  • Excellent communication and rapport building skills
  • A focus on continuous improvement
  • The ability to lead independently, but also work collaboratively as part of a team when needed

    Linklaters is a global commercial law firm, with 31 offices in 21 countries worldwide. We are one of The Times' Top 50 Employers for Women, a Working Families top 30 employer, recognised by Stonewall as the leading employer for LGBTQ+ inclusion, and by the Social Mobility Employer Index as a top employer for advancing social mobility.

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