Purchasing & Logistics Manager - Team Manager | IT & Software Distribution

Location: London (Hybrid 1x weekly)

Contract: Permanent

Reports to: Chief Information Officer (CIO)

A leading UK-based Managed IT Services and Technology Solutions provider is seeking an experienced and commercially focused Purchasing & Logistics Manager to take ownership of a strategic IT and software distribution category (c. £20m spend) while also coordinating procurement activities across the wider group (c. £40m additional spend).

This is an opportunity to join an award-winning organisation with a strong reputation for service excellence, technical expertise, and a collaborative culture. The business supports a wide range of customers – from SMEs to enterprise – with managed IT, cloud, cyber security, and connectivity solutions, and is committed to driving innovation and best practice in procurement across multiple entities.

What You’ll Be Doing

Category Ownership – IT & Software Distribution (~£20m spend)

Lead sourcing, RFPs, and contract negotiations for IT and software distribution suppliers
Manage supplier relationships, pricing, SLAs, and commercial terms across the group
Track supplier performance, contractual compliance, rebates, and risk via standardised reporting
Coordinate supplier accreditations and partnership programmes
Act as the primary point of contact for both suppliers and internal stakeholders

Group Procurement Coordination

Support and align Lead Buyers across other spend categories
Drive consistency in sourcing processes, supplier tracking, and reporting
Consolidate group procurement dashboards and KPIs
Facilitate knowledge sharing and operational best practice
Provide hands-on procurement support for selected high-impact projects

What We’re Looking For

Minimum 5 years’ procurement or sourcing experience
Proven success in running RFPs, negotiating contracts, and delivering savings
Strong exposure to IT-related categories (ideally hardware and/or distribution)
Experience in multi-entity or decentralised procurement environments
Excellent communication and coordination skills
Highly organised, structured, and rigorous in supplier management
Advanced Excel skills; Power BI or similar reporting tool experience preferred
Knowledge of ERP systems such as NetSuite advantageous

Why This Role?

Competitive salary package
Flexible hybrid working model
Opportunity to influence procurement strategy at a group-wide level
Clear progression pathways and professional development support
Inclusive, collaborative culture within a growing technology leader

Procurement Manager - Team Manager (Managed Services)

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