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Category Manager - Infrastructure & Cloud page is loaded Category Manager - Infrastructure & Cloud Apply locations London, United Kingdom time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R At LSEG, we're looking for a Category Manager for our Infrastructure & Cloud Category, with a focus on management of our Cloud Service Providers and associated services. Group Procurement is responsible for third-party supplier engagements and business partnership to drive high performing and sustainable value from our supplier relationships. We strive to make LSEG easier and more attractive to do business with, and we consider our suppliers as a source of competitive advantage and not just about cost. We operate a business partnering and supplier relationship management (SRM) model, aligned to business groups and spend categories, ensuring value through early and strategic engagement and informative vendor spend analytics. Some key characteristics of the new Group Procurement organisation: Supplier spend c £2BN and c. 5,000 suppliers Team structured around: Three towers of spend - Technology, Services and Corporate - passionate about category management, strategic sourcing, renewals & SRM A Strategy & Performance centre, enabling function to drive and implement the strategy of the Group Procurement function, outstanding procurement policy and processes Key hubs for the category teams in London, Bangalore with a small amount of decentralised activity to support local markets which are in various global locations including Europe and Asia The purpose of this role is to create, develop and deliver a "best in class" category procurement service with the express intent of delivering year-on-year benefit to the Group in terms of innovation, speed to market, quality, efficiency, risk mitigation and lower cost. This role sits in the Technology tower as part of the Infrastructure & Cloud team, reporting to the Category Director. The team supports spend of c.£400m per annum, with key spend areas including Cloud, Mainframe, Compute, Databases and Infrastructure software. The role activities are global and include the engagement and ongoing management of third-party suppliers, the sourcing and vendor strategy, and roadmap for the category. The role will perform a combination of sourcing, supplier and business relationship activities, with an emphasis on the ongoing management of our Cloud Service Providers - AWS, Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). It also entails working closely with the rest of the Technology Procurement team (in particular Networks and Data Centres) and the wider Group Procurement team to support the evolution of the wider procurement strategy and transformation roadmap, ensuring this is reflected across all categories of spend within this remit: Budget Responsibility: None Direct Reports: None Indirect Reports: None Key interfaces: With line management (Infrastructure & Cloud Category Director and Head of Technology Procurement) Other Category Directors, Managers, Senior Buyers and Buyers Group Procurement Centre of Excellence and Shared Services teams Finance Business Partners, FinOps, Software Asser Management, Legal & Tax Business: supplier business owners, budget holders and vendor management Key partnering functions: Head of Cloud, Head of Foundation Services and their functional leads Key responsibilities of the role: Establishing a Group Procurement Strategy for the Category Define, gain agreement to and implement strategic sourcing Category plans (including a pipeline of procurement opportunities) for aligned Pillar within the Infrastructure & Cloud Technology category which includes both SP Services, Software and Hardware. Continue to develop and maintain Category strategies and plans in conjunction with the team and business partners Lead the implementation of strategic and preferred suppliers and drive downwards the number of active suppliers. Implement a programme of supplier categorisation to drive value and focus Use internal and external data and analysis, relationships and specialist insight to provide a clear authority view on business investment decisions (e.g. spend analysis, supply markets, sourcing value levers, supply market reviews, business assessments etc.), to stimulate innovative problem solving within the business, develop and commit to performance targets and provide reporting in line with business compliance and procedures Provide support to business Category owners to drive upwards preferred supplier and channel compliance to global standards. Drive sourcing initiatives in support of defined business goals and business roadmaps Anticipate future procurement challenges, ensuring the business is equipped with the right strategies to deliver the best possible commercial outcomes including risks, routes to market, resource commitments, supply market dynamics, competitive strategies and delivery plans Implementing the Group Procurement Strategy for the Category Develop and lead supplier performance improvement programs and develop strategies to effectively improve supply chain performance in quality, delivery, and cost management Lead and drive strategic sourcing engagement for the Category, focusing on commercial and contractual negotiations, working with business partners and legal to close negotiations with contracts which fully protect the Group's commercial interests and ensure mitigation of operational risks conduct competitive RFI's/RFP's and lead on supplier negotiations as required. Provide an advisory service within a matrix orientated business by utilising an appropriate level of commercial expertise and foresight to ensure cost management and alignment with budget. Lead the delivery of a breadth of procurement initiatives, of varying complexity and value, using best in class sourcing solutions such as e-Procurement, e-Auctioning, strategic sourcing etc. Work with the business to ensure strategic supplier relationship management is considered in all procurement decisions, facilitating the handover into the contract management team and providing ongoing support and insight to address challenges with incumbent suppliers. Ongoing proactive review of existing Category arrangements in collaboration with business partners, to include ownership of the Category policy to ensure full compliance and optimised cost position. Lead the negotiations, tendering and selection of suppliers for all affiliate companies. Responsible for sourcing leadership on strategic projects including attendance at relevant project / programme board. Ensure appropriate risk mitigation strategies are an intrinsic part of sourcing decisions including contractual protections and ongoing supplier risk management Developing and maintaining relationships Build strong relationships with key partners in the Group, technology and business teams. Work with the technology leadership team and their reports to understand business strategy and drivers; provide creative challenge and thought leadership which influences and supports business decision-making. Be a key point of reference for negotiation, vendor issues and supplier communications for commercial and governance aspects. Cultivate an environment of collaboration and innovation. Lead Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) of strategic supplier relationships (business critical and high spend). Facilitate regular supplier review meetings as well as joint steering group meetings with senior business and technology partners. Handle supplier risks and issues BAU Activities Facilitate workload with support from renewals teams and offshore senior buyers; ensure that resource is focused on the highest value opportunities in commercial risk management and cost benefit terms. Maintain Procurement systems and tools (e.g. pipeline management tool, savings tracker, supplier and contract databases, Category spend metrics), identifying and acting upon forthcoming renewals as required and identifying future cost reduction opportunities. Ensure compliance with corporate product, procedural, regulatory, quality, environmental and corporate social responsibility policies. Assist in the development of the wider procurement function across LSEG and different geographies. Provide assistance to the business and suppliers across the end to end sourcing process, i.e. reviewing and approving purchase orders, facilitating exceptions such as payment difficulties and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services, identifies the implications of a change and facilitates the variation of the contract Essential experience and skills required: Strong procurement experience and industry / market knowledge relating to Technology Procurement. Preferredexperience related to Cloud Service Providers, SaaS providers, Infrastructure Software and Hardware vendors and associated services extensive years general experience Deep knowledge of procurement principles and practices Significant contract negotiation experience with proven impact across a wide variety of spend categories with a particular focus on Hardware, Software & Professional Services. Deep knowledge of various types of pricing structures as well as associated contract terms and conditions and legal ramifications Understanding of risks of non-compliance, ability to identify when further advice and support is required Understanding of financial accounts . click apply for full job details

Senior Procurement / Category Manager, AIS Supply Chain/IPS Job ID: Amazon Data Services Ireland Limited Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides a highly reliable, scalable, and low-cost cloud platform that powers thousands of businesses in over 190 countries. AWS' Infrastructure Supply Chain & Procurement (ISCaP) organization works to deliver innovative solutions to source, build and maintain our socially responsible data center supply chains. We are a team of highly-motivated, engaged, and responsive professionals who enable the core sustainable infrastructure of AWS. Come join our team and be a part of history as we deliver results for the largest cloud services company on Earth As a Procurement Category Manager, you will create and implement sourcing strategies for at least one complex services category and collaborate with internal business partners and suppliers to reduce risks and costs for Amazon. You will develop mechanisms and metrics to hold suppliers accountable for performance and delivery. Additionally, you will drive results through methods that include competitive bidding, negotiating, and analyzing data and market trends for your category. You will also create global Procurement processes and tools to drive innovation across teams. The ideal candidate thinks long term, drives multiple initiatives, and communicates appropriately and influences customers and suppliers at all levels. You must be collaborative, but also work with significant autonomy. To be successful in this role you must be highly analytical; think strategically and globally; have a sense of urgency to meet customer timelines; exhibit a curiosity and learning drive; succeed in a fast-paced environment; engage and influence key stakeholders; and have a high level of customer focus and business judgement. Also, you must have a demonstrated track record of managing multiple projects and driving them to completion to meet business objectives. It will be critical to embrace and model Amazon's Leadership Principles and have an entrepreneurial spirit with a "get it done" mentality. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: - Manage a complex category within the Maintenance, Repair, and Operation (MRO) domains - Achieve cost savings through bidding and negotiations - Analyze category data and metrics to drive Procurement category strategies - Understand trends in customers' needs and concerns, across categories and regions, to influence customers' priorities - Lead supplier selection process across multiple categories, internal teams, and regions, and create longer-term supplier selection strategies for management - Ensure you are knowledgeable about the supply market and supplier capabilities, technically and geographically. - Develop mechanisms and metrics to track supplier performance related to delivery, quality, and cost - Create supplier scorecards to measure and track supplier performance - Lead business reviews to discuss best practices and issues and to ultimately improve supplier performance and strengthen business partnerships - Innovate within the procurement space, automating and/or improving tools or processes to better support the Procurement Lifecycle - Provide support throughout the contracting process, as well as management of contracts post-execution Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit . A day in the life AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we're the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain - and we're looking for talented people who want to help. You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. About AWS Diverse Experiences AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying. Why AWS? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating - that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Inclusive Team Culture Here at AWS, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness. Mentorship & Career Growth We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or equivalent combination of education and experience - 5+ years' experience in a Procurement organization / Category Management performing vendor management, contract management, negotiating complex purchases, and bidding - Demonstrated ability to develop and implement category strategies, develop pricing models, and has influence across all levels of an organization PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - Masters degree in Business, Procurement & Supply chain or relevant business discipline. - Ability to communicate and report on market intelligence data, including commodity trends and labor indexes - Demonstrated success in driving strategies and analyzing market trends - Experience in data centers, engineering, an infrastructure service provider or similar technology company - Experience operating as a Procurement / Category manager (addition - PRINCE, LEAN, Six Sigma, PMP is an additional benefit) - Developing market intelligence to communicate across the organization - Experience with creating Procurement systems and tools Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability or other legally protected status.

Willmott Dixon are currently recruiting for a Design Manager to work on exciting new projects with our London & East construction business. With offices in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, and Chelmsford (Essex), we deliver projects across multiple sectors within north London, the northern home counties and East Anglia. This will be a hybrid role which will require a presence in our Hitchin office 3 days per week. As a Design Manager you will be responsible for the development and control of a design on one or more projects. You will identify where we can add extra value for our customers whilst ensuring buildability and quality that meet statutory requirements. The Design Manager will collaborate with project stakeholders, including architects, engineers, contractors, and customers, to establish project requirements, objectives, and design criteria. You will also share your experience by guiding, mentoring and imparting knowledge to other team members. Some of the duties / responsibilities will include: Manage the design phase of construction projects from concept development to construction documentation, ensuring compliance with project objectives, codes, regulations, and standards, for example, fire, planning and building control, among others. Select and contribute to the appointment of design partners, ensuring design responsibilities are correctly apportioned between them and the supply chain partners delivering the Contractor's Design Portion. Participate in the selection and procurement of design solutions including modern methods of construction (MMC), materials, finishes, sustainable technology, ensuring they align with project specifications, budgets, and timelines with the wider project team. Arrange and prepare for design reviews to assess progress, to identify potential risks or deviations, and implement corrective measures as necessary. Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other design professionals to develop comprehensive design plans, drawings, and specifications and work with the design manager to ensure that they accurately represent project requirements. Coordinate and manage external design consultants, reviewing and providing feedback on their work to ensure design integrity, consistency and quality. Essential / desirable criteria Essential Working knowledge of the wider construction industry, its challenges and future direction. Strong communication and negotiation skills. Technical knowledge of construction design principles, practices, and systems, including architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines. Ability to work within a team environment. Able to use Microsoft suite of office programmes including Excel, Word, Outlook and Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, use appropriate software to review 3D models. Desirable Working towards CIOB or another related professional membership. Construction related degree. Valid driving licence. Appropriate CSCS card. Personal Qualities Some of the key attributes you have will include: Adaptable when dealing with people and managing relationships. Seeing the bigger picture and planning ahead. Working as part of a team. A good forward planner and excellent motivator. Able to identify and manage risk and opportunity. Constantly reinforce our customer first ethic. Provide cost effective and innovative technical solutions. A key decision-maker. Willingness to continually develop personal and technical effectiveness. Additional Information Willmott Dixon embraces diversity in the workplace and will consider flexible and agile working. We are a disability confident employer. Benefits: In return we reward our people generously with a competitive package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to, an enhanced pension scheme, full / heavily discounted private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and a car scheme which will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. Applicable roles will benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA) and everyone can access a new generation of low carbon and electric cars via the Willmott Dixon run car leasing scheme. About Us With 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose beyond profit is to deliver brilliant buildings, transform lives, strengthen communities, and enhance the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and trusted privately owned business where our people can thrive. Construction is changing and we are at the forefront of that change. Pioneering new ways to build, innovating the way construction is viewed and establishing ourselves as one of the top employers in any industry. It truly is an amazing company in one of the most exciting industries with a vast array of professional career paths. Willmott Dixon was awarded No 1 in the Best "Big" Companies (2022) to work for and already holds the Times Top 50 Employers for Women 2022 and is the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

Senior Global Supply Manager, AWS Infrastructure Services AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we're the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain - and we're looking for talented people who want to help. You'll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you'll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion. The AWS ISCaP ASC (Amazon Subtier Components) team is seeking for a results-oriented Senior Global Supply Manager to own supply management for interconnects (connector and cable assembly) or other critical PCBA subtier components that go into server racks for our global datacenter network. The role will manage internal stakeholders as well as supplier relationships to ensure support on continuity of supply, lifecycle management, key programs, process improvement, contracts, and technical needs. The ideal candidate will deliver operational excellence with a focus on hardware demand/supply optimization. This individual must be a high energy, high impact individual with demonstrated ability to succeed in a dynamic business environment. Successful candidates will build long lasting, strategic partnerships, be well organized with strong communication skills to position themselves and AWS for continued success. The ideal candidate will raise the bar on driving schedules and deep diving into data, actively participates with a strong curiosity to understand the business end-to-end, and has a track record of delivering strong results. Key job responsibilities General Work Activities: • A self-starter comfortable with ambiguity, with high attention to detail, and have a proven ability to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment. • Create and execute supply planning strategies for critical silicon components or other critical PCBA subtier components, to meet the ASC team, the category, key programs, and customer needs • Prioritize activities and align with stakeholders across the AWS Supply Chain teams and Hardware Engineering to deliver supply globally with a high degree of predictability • Manage supplier relationships and allocation of material to demands based on priority • Be a subject matter expert for the customers, technologies, and markets in which you engage • Gather data and synthesize reports to help run rhythm of the business including QBR (Quarterly Business Reviews), monthly, weekly operations syncs, and ad-hoc requests. • Identify process improvement opportunities and work with cross functional teams to improve tools and process to better meet our capacity needs. Function Specific Work Activities: • Analyze industry trends and evolving technology to proactively identify supply base opportunities to minimize risk, protect continuity of supply, and utilize industry developments that benefit Amazon • Identify and pursue opportunities to leverage and consolidate the supply base using system level tools and techniques • Understand forecasting, demand planning, material/supply/inventory planning, and manufacturing processes/capacity to verify supply commitments • Manage supply buffers and allocation to shorten lead times and build resiliency into the supply chain without driving excess • Drive supplier improvement initiatives to continually lower risk and reduce lead times • Influence suppliers' manufacturing processes, technology decisions, and policies in ways that are mutually beneficial and sustainable for both organizations • Produce written recommendations and insights to inform key stakeholders of supply chain health and help shape solution design A day in the life You will be working closely with multiple Server PCBA ODM and critical compute silicon components suppliers, AWS Supply Chain teams, and Hardware Engineering to plan supply of critical compute silicon components that go into server racks for our global datacenter network. You will partner with Hardwar Engineering, Product Line Managers, and PCBA GSM to develop and launch new hardware platforms, drive second sourcing strategies, and implement buffer plans. In this role you will be looking at "what's next" on the technology roadmap so you can build a supply strategy to support it. About the team Diverse Experiences AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying. Why AWS? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating - that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Inclusive Team Culture AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do. Mentorship & Career Growth We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there's nothing we can't achieve in the cloud. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor's or an advanced degree in supply chain, business, engineering, finance or related technical or quantitative field, or additional 8+ Years work experience in supply chain or sourcing or procurement of hardware in lieu of a degree • 6+ years of working experience in technology supply chain, ideally with industry knowledge relevant to the silicon industry, forecast/demand/supply/capacity planning, enterprise technology, or electronics manufacturing, 3+ years of working experience with data analysis tools such as Excel, Pivot Tables, SQL, Python, Tableau, etc., and 2+ years of working experience in program, project, or product management, or leading an implementation of a product. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • MBA or advanced degree in engineering or other quantitative disciplines, 6+ years of working experience in semiconductor supply chain with understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and yield management, supply management of electronic components, servers or personal computers Original Design Manufacture (ODM). consumer electronics; broad supply chain experience, such as new product introduction, forecast/demand/supply/capacity planning, and supplier management • Experience in data centers, an infrastructure service provider or similar technology company, and analytical skills with a high degree of proficiency in analysis tools including Microsoft Excel, SQL, Tableau, and statistics software and have a passion for diving deep • Excellent creative thinking skills with emphasis on developing innovative solutions to solve complex problems that may not have one clear answer, and ability to think strategically and execute tactically with a bias for action • Demonstrated ability to influence at the executive level internally and with suppliers, with high degree of business ethics and accountability, strong business and financial acumen with strong communications (verbal and written) skills; understanding of the implications of different operational choices to guide teams and leadership to best solutions for the organization, and able to model supply chain strategies to define cost and performance impacts, trade-offs, and risks • Certified supply chain management (CPSM) and/or certified project management (PMP) Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Information Controller Willmott Dixon are currently recruiting for an Information Controller to work on exciting new projects in our Midlands construction business. This will be a hybrid role which will require a presence in our Coleshill office 2 days per week and 3 days from home with ad hoc travel to our sites. As an Information Controller, you will be supporting the preconstruction and operations teams in the implementation, maintenance and development of construction project technology systems such as the Common Data Environment (CDE), field systems and/or model collaboration software. Alongside this, you'll undertake document control duties and engage with stakeholders to ensure project information is up to date, accurate and high quality. Key Responsibilities Support the implementation, maintenance, development and auditing of construction project technology systems. Highlight risk to construction project technology systems, as appropriate, to my line manager. Assist the management of O&Ms and take responsibility of document control duties. Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including consultants and supply chain partners, to ensure information is up to date, accurate and high quality. Assist with end-to-end information management across a portfolio of projects. Work with the relevant internal teams, including Business Improvement, to optimise systems. Support the Digital team on training implementation and troubleshooting on the various systems. Support with ensuring Willmott Dixon's compliance with industry regulations and standards related to data security, privacy, and confidentiality to protect sensitive project information. Support in the creation and maintenance of workflows in line with company and industry standards, whilst enhancing process efficiency to ensure the project documentation flows smoothly within the project. Follow guidance to ensure the correct procurement of hardware on sites meet the needs of our systems. Support the digital enablement of the wider business. Essential and Desirable Criteria Essential Proven industry experience using Viewpoint for Projects (4P) or Dalux, SharePoint and Microsoft Suite. Previous experience in a Document Controller, Information Controller or Systems Manager role within a construction main contractor setting. Excellent digital skills with an understanding of information management best practice. Knowledge of ISO19650 Building Information Modelling (BIM). Valid UK driver's license. Desirable BTEC or other level 3 qualification in a construction or systems-related subject. Proven industry systems experience and evidence of impact. Understanding of the backend systems. Additional Information Willmott Dixon embraces diversity in the workplace and will consider flexible and agile working. We are a disability confident employer. Benefits: In return we reward our people generously with a competitive package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to, an enhanced pension scheme, full / heavily discounted private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and a car scheme which will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. Applicable roles will benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA) and everyone can access a new generation of low carbon and electric cars via the Willmott Dixon run car leasing scheme. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons At BDO, the Procurement function forms part of the wider Finance Department. The mission of Procurement is to support the business in the procurement of goods and services through a streamlined process that delivers best value to BDO from the goods and services procured. Procurement strategically work to help the business to establish, maintain, monitor and evaluate vendor relationships in order to reduce risks, increase vendor performance, drive greater levels of innovation and help to deliver competitive advantages to BDO. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The IT Category Manager role will play an integral role in driving the strategic direction aligned with the Head of Procurement's strategy, mission and vision. This role will manage the procurement activities for, and working alongside, business stakeholders in the 4 streams (Audit, Tax, Deals, Consulting & Risk) and PMD areas such as IT, HR, Finance, Property & Facilities Management, Marketing and Quality & Risk. In this role you'll: Be the strategic sourcing lead for all IT and Technology requirements at BDO e.g. Software, Hardware and Professional Services subcategories: including but not limited to Licensing, Application Development and Maintenance, Cloud, Data Centres, Servers, Storage etc. Working with the wider BDO procurement team to help triage SaaS purchases efficiently and ensuring compliance of negotiated agreements to established vendor management/procurement policies and practices (such as articulation of service levels and deliverables, etc). Support the Head of Procurement in achieving the Procurement 2028 vision and annual department objectives, alongside savings targets (cost, time, process and efficiency). Collaborate with business stakeholders to create and manage the ongoing relevant Category plan(s) and ensure it is a 'living document'. Build an effective, business focused and surgical engagement strategy for our key stakeholders with a 'one procurement' approach. Working with the wider BDO procurement team in the cost-effectiveness of negotiations with market leading suppliers and ensuring compliance of negotiated agreements to established vendor management policies (such as articulation of service levels and deliverables, etc). Responsible for maintaining the list of category vendors, the master data held on them (contractual and commercial) and supporting for the rollout out POs to our strategic suppliers. You'll be someone with: Proven experience in Category management across a range of categories - with some understanding of IT & Technology procurement and vendors e.g. SaaS. An excellent understanding of procurement processes and contractual elements such as SLAs. Good understanding of contractual, commercial and operational working relationships with vendors to ensure effective delivery of committed products, services and solutions. Very good knowledge of contract management and negotiation. Good understanding of the vendor life cycle (sourcing, procurement, vendor management), and how internal roles interact and operate throughout the duration of vendor engagements Exceptional leadership skills and presence with the ability to develop and present and/or communicate the Procurement vision and goals, acting as a source of knowledge and guidance You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons At BDO, the Procurement function forms part of the wider Finance Department. The mission of Procurement is to support the business in the procurement of goods and services through a streamlined process that delivers best value to BDO from the goods and services procured. Procurement strategically work to help the business to establish, maintain, monitor and evaluate vendor relationships in order to reduce risks, increase vendor performance, drive greater levels of innovation and help to deliver competitive advantages to BDO. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The IT Category Manager role will play an integral role in driving the strategic direction aligned with the Head of Procurement's strategy, mission and vision. This role will manage the procurement activities for, and working alongside, business stakeholders in the 4 streams (Audit, Tax, Deals, Consulting & Risk) and PMD areas such as IT, HR, Finance, Property & Facilities Management, Marketing and Quality & Risk. In this role you'll: Be the strategic sourcing lead for all IT and Technology requirements at BDO e.g. Software, Hardware and Professional Services subcategories: including but not limited to Licensing, Application Development and Maintenance, Cloud, Data Centres, Servers, Storage etc. Working with the wider BDO procurement team to help triage SaaS purchases efficiently and ensuring compliance of negotiated agreements to established vendor management/procurement policies and practices (such as articulation of service levels and deliverables, etc). Support the Head of Procurement in achieving the Procurement 2028 vision and annual department objectives, alongside savings targets (cost, time, process and efficiency). Collaborate with business stakeholders to create and manage the ongoing relevant Category plan(s) and ensure it is a 'living document'. Build an effective, business focused and surgical engagement strategy for our key stakeholders with a 'one procurement' approach. Working with the wider BDO procurement team in the cost-effectiveness of negotiations with market leading suppliers and ensuring compliance of negotiated agreements to established vendor management policies (such as articulation of service levels and deliverables, etc). Responsible for maintaining the list of category vendors, the master data held on them (contractual and commercial) and supporting for the rollout out POs to our strategic suppliers. You'll be someone with: Proven experience in Category management across a range of categories - with some understanding of IT & Technology procurement and vendors e.g. SaaS. An excellent understanding of procurement processes and contractual elements such as SLAs. Good understanding of contractual, commercial and operational working relationships with vendors to ensure effective delivery of committed products, services and solutions. Very good knowledge of contract management and negotiation. Good understanding of the vendor life cycle (sourcing, procurement, vendor management), and how internal roles interact and operate throughout the duration of vendor engagements Exceptional leadership skills and presence with the ability to develop and present and/or communicate the Procurement vision and goals, acting as a source of knowledge and guidance You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons At BDO, the Procurement function forms part of the wider Finance Department. The mission of Procurement is to support the business in the procurement of goods and services through a streamlined process that delivers best value to BDO from the goods and services procured. Procurement strategically work to help the business to establish, maintain, monitor and evaluate vendor relationships in order to reduce risks, increase vendor performance, drive greater levels of innovation and help to deliver competitive advantages to BDO. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The IT Category Manager role will play an integral role in driving the strategic direction aligned with the Head of Procurement's strategy, mission and vision. This role will manage the procurement activities for, and working alongside, business stakeholders in the 4 streams (Audit, Tax, Deals, Consulting & Risk) and PMD areas such as IT, HR, Finance, Property & Facilities Management, Marketing and Quality & Risk. In this role you'll: Be the strategic sourcing lead for all IT and Technology requirements at BDO e.g. Software, Hardware and Professional Services subcategories: including but not limited to Licensing, Application Development and Maintenance, Cloud, Data Centres, Servers, Storage etc. Working with the wider BDO procurement team to help triage SaaS purchases efficiently and ensuring compliance of negotiated agreements to established vendor management/procurement policies and practices (such as articulation of service levels and deliverables, etc). Support the Head of Procurement in achieving the Procurement 2028 vision and annual department objectives, alongside savings targets (cost, time, process and efficiency). Collaborate with business stakeholders to create and manage the ongoing relevant Category plan(s) and ensure it is a 'living document'. Build an effective, business focused and surgical engagement strategy for our key stakeholders with a 'one procurement' approach. Working with the wider BDO procurement team in the cost-effectiveness of negotiations with market leading suppliers and ensuring compliance of negotiated agreements to established vendor management policies (such as articulation of service levels and deliverables, etc). Responsible for maintaining the list of category vendors, the master data held on them (contractual and commercial) and supporting for the rollout out POs to our strategic suppliers. You'll be someone with: Proven experience in Category management across a range of categories - with some understanding of IT & Technology procurement and vendors e.g. SaaS. An excellent understanding of procurement processes and contractual elements such as SLAs. Good understanding of contractual, commercial and operational working relationships with vendors to ensure effective delivery of committed products, services and solutions. Very good knowledge of contract management and negotiation. Good understanding of the vendor life cycle (sourcing, procurement, vendor management), and how internal roles interact and operate throughout the duration of vendor engagements Exceptional leadership skills and presence with the ability to develop and present and/or communicate the Procurement vision and goals, acting as a source of knowledge and guidance You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Senior Information Controller Willmott Dixon are currently recruiting for an Senior Information Controller to work on exciting new projects in our Midlands construction business. This will be a hybrid role which will require a presence in our Coleshill office 2 days per week and 3 days from home with ad hoc travel to our sites. As a Senior Information Controller, you will be supporting the preconstruction and operations teams in the implementation, maintenance and development of construction project technology systems such as the Common Data Environment (CDE), field systems and/or model collaboration software. Alongside this, you'll undertake document control duties and engage with stakeholders to ensure project information is up to date, accurate and high quality. Key Responsibilities Support the implementation, maintenance, development and auditing of construction project technology systems. Highlight risk to construction project technology systems, as appropriate, to my line manager. Assist the management of O&Ms and take responsibility of document control duties. Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including consultants and supply chain partners, to ensure information is up to date, accurate and high quality. Assist with end-to-end information management across a portfolio of projects. Work with the relevant internal teams, including Business Improvement, to optimise systems. Support the Digital team on training implementation and troubleshooting on the various systems. Support with ensuring Willmott Dixon's compliance with industry regulations and standards related to data security, privacy, and confidentiality to protect sensitive project information. Support in the creation and maintenance of workflows in line with company and industry standards, whilst enhancing process efficiency to ensure the project documentation flows smoothly within the project. Follow guidance to ensure the correct procurement of hardware on sites meet the needs of our systems. Support the digital enablement of the wider business. Essential and Desirable Criteria Essential Proven industry experience using Viewpoint for Projects (4P) or Dalux, SharePoint and Microsoft Suite. Previous experience in a Document Controller, Information Controller or Systems Manager role within a construction main contractor setting. Excellent digital skills with an understanding of information management best practice. Knowledge of ISO19650 Building Information Modelling (BIM). Valid UK driver's license. Desirable BTEC or other level 3 qualification in a construction or systems-related subject. Proven industry systems experience and evidence of impact. Understanding of the backend systems. Additional Information Willmott Dixon embraces diversity in the workplace and will consider flexible and agile working. We are a disability confident employer. Benefits: In return we reward our people generously with a competitive package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to, an enhanced pension scheme, full / heavily discounted private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and a car scheme which will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. Applicable roles will benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA) and everyone can access a new generation of low carbon and electric cars via the Willmott Dixon run car leasing scheme. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

IT Procurement Team Leader (12-Month Contract) Location: Maidenhead (Hybrid Working Available) Are you an experienced IT Procurement professional with a passion for leadership? We are seeking an IT Procurement Team Leader to join an award-winning FTSE 250 company based in Maidenhead on a 12-month contract. This market-leading company is renowned for being a great place to work, offering a supportive and dynamic environment. This role comes with excellent benefits, including hybrid working and flexible hours. About the Role: As an IT Procurement Team Leader, you will be instrumental in managing a high-performing team and contributing to the strategic objectives of the procurement function. You will be responsible for the daily management of the team, including regular one-to-one meetings and efficient resource allocation, while also handling escalations. Key Responsibilities: Provide daily management and support to the procurement team, including conducting regular one-to-one meetings. Manage team resources effectively and address any escalations promptly. Provide regular updates and insights to the Category Team Manager. Act as a final point of support for the team, processing all order types as needed to meet customer demand. Maintain accountability for comprehensive vendor knowledge to support all procurement processes. Effectively manage individual responsibilities while leading and guiding the team. Collaborate with the Operations Management team to contribute to and execute the overall team strategy. Document and justify process changes within procurement, ensuring resilience and sustainability for future growth. Clearly articulate trends in vendor procurement and discuss market impacts with the wider Procurement function. Lead internal collaboration efforts with other business teams on projects that align with the broader operations strategy. Manage complex and exceptional deals, large customer requirements, and multinational procurement, considering global time zones. Requirements: Proven experience in a similar IT or Software procurement role. Demonstrable experience in managing a team in a similar capacity. Ability to thrive and adapt in a fast-paced environment. A keen eye for identifying and highlighting process improvements to enhance efficiency. Exceptional attention to detail and a methodical approach to all tasks. Apply Today: By applying for this position, you will be registered as a candidate with Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Limited. Please refer to our website for our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we handle your personal data.

PERM -Supplier Relationship Manager/Contract Manager/Procurement Manager-Grade A6-MCIPS Public Sector, various locations such as the East of England Police Forces: Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Kent, Norfolk and Suffolk Constabularies. Hybrid 2 days per week.You will specifically manage one of the core IT systems all the forces use. So someone who has managed IT or IS or a specific software provider previously within Public Sector is essential. Salary 50,000-60,000 per annum Must be eligible for SC - (min 5 years UK residency) Our client has a fantastic opportunity for an innovative Supplier Relationship Manager/Contract Manager/Supplier Relationship Manager/Procurement Manager to develop and manage a portfolio of contracts and strategic supplier relationships. Main responsibilities include: ?Performance Management Supplier engagement ?Commercial Negotiations Disputes ?Management Information Stakeholder Engagement ?Contract Delivery ?Risk Management ?Record Management ?Contract Variations Extensions ?Continuous Contractual Supplier Development Skills and experience: ?MCIPS Level 6/WCC Advanced Practitioner in either Contract Management or Supplier Relationship Management ?At least 5 years experience in a Commercial role eg Contract Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Category management, Procurement, Purchasing ?Able to demonstrate significant experience in the commercial management of contracts of significant value and/or worked as a leading Procurement professional in this broad area for a complex, public sector organisation. 'strong analytical skills to align procurement solutions with customer needs. ?Ability to 'see the big picture and think strategically Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 'strong interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise successfully with all levels. 'strong commercial acumen. 'strong negotiating, influencing, interpersonal and communication skills are essential to the role. ?Provide innovative thinking and impetus to drive through change and develop and enhance an integrated commercial and contract management function. ?Good organisational, time management and project management skills in order to ensure delivery of results to agreed deadlines. ?Ability to travel as required throughout the UK. Also includes a career average scheme and your contributions will be around 8.5% and your employer contributes SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.