Procurement Consultant - Inside Ir35

Summary: The Procurement Consultant role focuses on managing and optimizing Microsoft 365 licensing procurement while ensuring compliance with licensing agreements. The consultant will collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business objectives and provide strategic guidance on cost-effective software acquisition. The position requires expertise in IT/software procurement and vendor management. This is a hybrid role based in London for an initial duration of 6 months.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the procurement of Microsoft 365 licenses, ensuring compliance with Microsoft's licensing terms and conditions.
• Review and negotiate licensing agreements with Microsoft and other vendors.
• Provide advice on the optimal number of licenses required, considering the organization's current and future needs.
• Track and report on license utilization to optimize costs and ensure compliance.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies for IT software, focusing on cost-effective purchasing.
• Identify potential cost savings through strategic purchasing, volume agreements, or consolidated licensing.
• Build and maintain relationships with software vendors, especially Microsoft and other software providers.

Key Skills:

• 3-5 years of experience in procurement, specifically in IT/software procurement.
• Proven experience with Microsoft 365 (MS365) licensing, including purchasing, negotiating, and managing license agreements.
• Strong understanding of software procurement processes and vendor management.
• Excellent negotiation skills and a proven track record in contract management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Salary (Rate): 550

City: London

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT