IT Procurement Lead - PCR2015/PA 2023

IT Procurement Lead - Public Sector - PCR 2015/PA 2023

Location: London - 3 x days per week

Rate: £650 per day inside IR35

Duration: 6 months

We are seeking an experienced procurement professional to support a high-profile public sector technology programme.

The role involves leading commercial delivery across a range of digital and infrastructure initiatives, ensuring compliance with the PCR 2015/Public Procurement Act 2023 (PA2023), and managing complex supplier relationships.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies, managing end-to-end sourcing activities, and negotiating technology contracts that support the organisation's strategic objectives. This is a delivery-focused role requiring strong stakeholder engagement, commercial acumen, and a clear understanding of public sector governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategy development and execution for technology-related contracts, including software, services, and infrastructure.
• Manage the full sourcing life cycle under PA2023/PCR 2015 procedures, including Competitive Flexible and Direct Award routes.
• Conduct market engagement, prepare tender documentation, lead evaluations, and oversee contract award processes.
• Draft and negotiate contract terms, including licensing, support, maintenance, and service level agreements.
• Ensure compliance with internal governance and public sector procurement regulations.
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Technology, and Programme teams to align contract terms with operational and financial planning.
• Provide commercial input to programme boards, steering groups, and senior stakeholders.
• Monitor supplier performance and support delivery milestones, including payment triggers and risk mitigation.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in public sector procurement, with a focus on technology or digital services.
• Strong understanding of PA2023/PCR 2015 procurement procedures and public sector governance frameworks.
• Demonstrable experience managing complex contracts, including software licensing and service delivery.
• Ability to engage and influence stakeholders across legal, finance, technology, and programme delivery functions.
• Excellent drafting skills for statements of work, contract amendments, and governance documentation.
• Strong commercial judgement and risk management capability.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environments with competing priorities.
• ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE IS HIGHLY DESIRABLE

If this role is of interest please apply

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.