ICT Category Specialist (Procurement)

We're partnering with a forward-thinking public sector organisation to recruit an experienced ICT Category Specialist. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of high-value, complex procurement projects while enjoying an exceptionally flexible working model.

You'll play a key role in shaping procurement strategy, driving innovation, and delivering best-in class commercial outcomes across a diverse ICT portfolio.

Why Apply?

• Work from home with minimal office attendance (on average once per month)
• Lead strategic, high-impact ICT procurements
• Influence senior stakeholders and shape long term commercial strategy
• Strong focus on professional development and career progression
• Opportunity to embed innovation and sustainability into major projects

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead end-to-end procurement activity across ICT and corporate categories
• Develop and implement category strategies, sourcing plans, and market approaches
• Deliver complex, high-value tenders from concept through to contract award and implementation
• Identify new commercial opportunities and drive value for money outcomes
• Manage and prioritise a pipeline of procurement projects based on risk and complexity
• Provide expert commercial advice to internal stakeholders
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and external partners
• Ensure all procurement activity complies with relevant legislation and best practice

Leadership & Team Management

• Manage and support a team of procurement professionals
• Allocate workload, set priorities, and drive high performance
• Lead on coaching, development, and performance management
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration

What We're Looking For Essential Experience

• Proven background in procurement, category management, or commercial roles (5+ years)
• Significant experience delivering complex ICT procurement projects end-to-end
• Strong knowledge of public sector procurement regulations and contract law
• Experience managing high-value contracts and supplier relationships
• Demonstrable experience leading or mentoring teams

Skills & Attributes

• Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
• Confident communicator (written and verbal)
• Analytical mindset with the ability to translate business needs into procurement strategies
• Highly organised with strong project management capability

Your Impact

In this role, you'll help shape procurement strategy at a strategic level - delivering measurable value, driving innovation, and ensuring best practice across a broad ICT landscape.