Head of Strategic IT Contracts

Fantastic Head of Strategic IT Contracts opportunity with a Financial Services organisation … This role is to lead the Commercial Management and Contract negotiations of strategic IT contracts and provide leadership and guidance to Group IT and business functions on matters relating to strategic contracts. As Head of Strategic IT Contracts: You will be a recognised focal point for Commercial Contract Management matters both within Group IT and representing Group IT at business unit meetings Lead on Contract negotiations in relation to Strategic Suppliers Develop and implement creative commercial solutions within contract life management that delivers incremental value to the client, e.g. cost savings, cost avoidance, or flexible commercial models You will be responsible for robust Risk Management, expert Business Partnering, defining Strategy Development, Performance Oversight, Dispute Management and not least manage, motivate and develop a team Relationship Management: In accordance with Group Policy own the relationship with strategic IT suppliers Ensure that appropriate oversight and reporting is in place to evidence continued compliance of strategic IT contracts to Group Polices Develop, maintain and communicate the Terms of References for all contractual governance boards required for the management and oversight of strategic IT contracts Chair senior level supplier meetings Provide relationship level input into Executive-level supplier meetings as required Financial Management: Working closely with Group Finance to ensure appropriate financial controls are in place for strategic IT contracts and oversight is provided to relevant group and business unit functions Be a recognised focal point for all financial matters related to strategic IT contracts and provide Group IT and Business Divisions high quality support on activities at all stages of the financial calendar, e.g. budget setting, forecasting and business case development Ensure financial controls are in place, including, where appropriate, the use of the Purchase to Pay system Ensure all accurate supplier invoices are paid on time As Head of Strategic IT Contracts, you will need: Strong knowledge of IT systems and services, including in-depth knowledge of the commercial models used to procure these systems and service Contract law as it relates to commercial agreements and contract management Procurement processes and procedures In depth knowledge of the financial services market and the associated supplier landscape At least 3 years leadership experience (desirable) Commercial and contractual management experience Financial Services or a Technology background This flexible organisation operates an 'Agile' working model, however you will be required to be at their Sussex office one or two days per week as required. Please use the site buttons to Apply If you would like to know more about this opportunity, please call Jane Wallbank on 44 (0)1403 248448 Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue-chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Business This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89946008