IT Commercial Category Manager

About the job.

Our Digital Services & Technology Procurement team are looking for a IT Category Commercial Manager to join their team. You'll play a key role in assisting with the protection of National Highways commercial and procurement interests, within a package of IT services, supporting it as a balanced, intelligent client.

But that's not all, you'll be responsible for the negotiation and commercial management of allocated large contracts and assist with the development of the market alongside relationship managing allocated National Highways suppliers.

The successful candidate will be based from any of our National Highways offices. We operate on a hybrid working basis with a minimum of two days per week in the office.

• Assist with the management, identification, securing, and leading of people from a range of disciplines to enable effective delivery of IT Commercial support to IT Commercial Procurement.
• Dealing with complex contracts and procurement documents and be able to provide guidance to others on their meaning and use.
• Assist with supplier cost savings targets, and initiatives delivered that increase efficiency whilst maintaining performance and risk management.
• Responsible for development, review, negotiation, execution of allocated contracts and the commercial management of related suppliers.
• Monitor, implement and report on compliance with contractual processes and project performance elevating issues where appropriate.

About you.

• Should hold or be willing to work towards the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) Diploma in Procurement and Supply qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience in assisting the delivery of procurement and commercial services in a large technology focussed environment.
• Understand, follow & apply the procurement process and policies.
• Work collaboratively across a range of stakeholders, with good communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Corporate team leading experience and experience of working in high performing teams and motivating people.

If you have experience in working in these or similar areas then we would like to hear from you. Even more important that your recent previous experience is your drive, enthusiasm, interest, and willingness to engage to help us change the way we work internally and deliver value to the business.

About us.

Here at National Highways, we manage and improve England's motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership.

Business Services plays a crucial role in supporting the efficient operation and growth of the strategic road network. We provide a wide range of essential services across the organisation, ensuring that all functions run smoothly and effectively. We work behind the scenes to support the delivery of high-quality infrastructure and services, ensuring that National Highways meets its commitments to safety, sustainability, and customer satisfaction.

Our key areas of focus include procurement, finance, human resources, IT, and strategic planning. We ensure the company operates efficiently, delivers projects on time and within budget, and meets the needs of stakeholders. By offering expert advice, managing resources, and driving operational excellence, we support National Highways in achieving its mission of maintaining and improving the road network across the country.

External candidates will be offered a starting salary at the lower end of the pay scale, while current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy.

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.