Procurement Specialist in Southampton

Job description

Job Title: Procurement Specialist – IT Category

Location: Southampton (Hybrid – 3 Days in Office)

Industry: Insurance

We're partnering with an Insurance firm that is looking to hire a Procurement Specialist to manage the IT category. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and expanding procurement team, with clear potential for professional growth and development. This role will report directly to the Head of Procurement who is keen to support this individual.

The role offers a hybrid working model (3 days a week in the office) and the chance to shape IT procurement strategy across a range of areas including software, hardware, cloud, and IT services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end sourcing and contract negotiations for IT spend.
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to support key initiatives.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while ensuring supplier performance and risk management.
• Support procurement governance and contribute to process improvements within a growing team.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong background in IT procurement (software, infrastructure, SaaS, etc.).
• A proactive, commercially minded individual with strong stakeholder engagement skills.
• Eagerness to learn, grow, and contribute to a high-performing team.

This is a rare chance to take on a pivotal role in a forward-thinking business that values procurement as a strategic function.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Southampton

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

06-07-2025

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English