THE TEAM
Addleshaw Goddard's Procurement team is a centralised function which supports all of the firm's procurement needs, and therefore plays a key role in the delivery of the key services underpinning the firm's operations. The team provides timely support on both the immediate needs and challenges that arise in the day-to-day functioning of the firm, and on strategic projects, offering expertise and guidance to drive forward initiatives that shape the firm's future direction.  We believe in building long-term partnerships with our suppliers and fostering collaborative relationships.  We strive to continuously improve our processes to ensure we deliver added value to the firm.

We are growing as firm globally, therefore this role will include both local and international procurement. It is an exciting time to be joining a team that is continually developing, and you will be expected to contribute towards shaping the team's ongoing strategy and delivery.  

The IT Procurement Manager will be responsible for managing the IT and ILT (Innovation & Legal Technology) categories, and for end-to-end procurement activity across these categories. 

We are a Firm that has innovation built into its DNA, no matter the challenge, we deliver bespoke platforms for our clients, providing them with smart, usable solutions that are customised, collaborative and integrate into their businesses.

WHAT TO EXPECT IN THIS ROLE
•    Working closely with stakeholders, develop, maintain and execute category plans sourcing and purchasing strategies, negotiating with suppliers to secure the best value and terms for the firm's contracts.
•    Establish and maintain effective working relationships with key internal stakeholders, enhancing the visibility and importance of the procurement function within the firm. Ensure their active involvement through clear and regular communication.
•    Gain a thorough understanding of the firm's processes and key support areas to ensure the successful delivery of procurement activities and support ongoing supplier management. Identify and implement improvements to those processes.
•    Identify opportunities for cost savings, collaboration, innovation, and sustainability.
•    Influence and persuade both internal and external parties to achieve procurement objectives, serving as a subject matter expert to position procurement as a key contributor to the company's value delivery.
•    Maintain effective communication with leadership teams in procurement and across the firm, providing timely updates and escalating significant issues as necessary.
•    Support the development and implementation of procurement and supplier management strategies, policies, and processes that focus on risk management and adhere to the firm's commitments to environmental, sustainability, and governance goals, while also enhancing commercial capabilities.
•    Serve as a subject matter expert in procurement, positioning the function as a key contributor to delivering value to the firm and its clients.
•    Actively contribute to strategic initiatives and the implementation of changes within the procurement team.

YOUR AREAS OF KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE 
•    A successful track record of managing and delivering IT procurement initiatives ranging from tactical to complex and high value, delivering savings and other value-adding benefits. Experience of common IT product and purchase types, including SaaS, PaaS, software licensing, hardware and AI solutions. 
•    Understanding of and interest in IT and the IT marketplace. We don't expect you to be a technical expert, but you should have a good understanding of and interest in the subject matter.
•    Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, including ability to build relationships and influence senior management and external stakeholders.
•    Strong financial management and analytical abilities, and a strong grasp of contractual issues and balancing commercial with operational needs.
•    An excellent communicator who seeks to build collaborative relationships at every level.
•    Willing to challenge the status-quo and actively pursue opportunities to improve.
•    Ability to work at pace and comfortable in a changing environment.
•    An enthusiastic and motivated team player who contributes positively to team dynamic.
•    Relevant and appropriate procurement qualifications.

OUR FIRM
Addleshaw Goddard is a place where you are valued, encouraged, and challenged to fulfil your potential in a supportive and collegiate environment.  Our culture of improvement, growth and collaboration delivers results, drives innovation, and rewards ambition.

We not only provide technical excellence and experience but, crucially, demonstrate real insight into our clients and what really matters to them and as such we are natural choice for FTSE100 clients and their equivalents in other markets.

Our success has been built by people from the widest range of backgrounds, locations, and perspectives. We have a number of employee networks that provide space to discuss the differences that make us who we are and celebrate this at AG.

OUR APPROACH: IMAGINE THE BEST YOU CAN BE
Everything we've accomplished can be traced back to our people and the way we work. Our reputation is something we are proud of, and constantly invest in. 

Here, you'll do high calibre work, with high-character colleagues who care for one another and our clients.

Are you up for the challenge?