Sourcing Strategy Director - IT

Sourcing Strategy Director - IT page is loaded Sourcing Strategy Director - ITlocations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ\_ We're looking for a Sourcing Strategy Director- IT join us in London As Sourcing Strategy Director, you will play a leading role in shaping the future of procurement within the IT category. This is a strategic and high-impact role that requires a deep understanding of the technology landscape, long-term market trends, and customer needs. You will be accountable for defining and delivering innovative, insight-driven category strategies that maximize value for our clients and position Liberty Blume Procurement Solutions (LBPS) as a leader in the market.We are looking for a strategic thinker with sharp commercial instincts and a strong sense of curiosity-someone who constantly seeks to understand emerging trends, challenge assumptions, and uncover new opportunities. You will act as a connector and enabler, collaborating across functions and influencing at senior levels within customer organizations, suppliers, and internally.In this role, you may lead a team of senior strategists or personally drive strategy delivery, depending on the category scope. Either way, you'll be a recognized subject matter expert, known in the market for your insight, leadership, and ability to influence outcomes. Your success will depend on your ability to engage diverse stakeholders, build trust, and drive alignment across complex environments. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Category Leadership & Strategic Planning Lead the design and execution of category strategies based on market intelligence, business needs, and long-term objectives. Proactively monitor industry and supplier developments to anticipate shifts and translate them into actionable strategies. Use your curiosity and strategic insight to challenge the status quo and identify new value creation levers for customers. Strategic Negotiations & Commercial Modelling Define negotiation strategies for complex deals. Apply commercial models (TCO, benchmark pricing, inflation trends) to shape robust sourcing cases and contractual frameworks. Guide Sourcing Delivery teams on execution of strategic programs and uplift their capability. Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) Develop and implement SRM frameworks that drive continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability. Maintain visibility of supplier performance and risk; escalate and intervene where needed. Build a strong supplier ecosystem that aligns with LPS values and supports long-term customer goals. Stakeholder Engagement & Influence Operate as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders across Procurement, Sales, Technology, and Customer organizations. Use storytelling, insight, and influence to gain alignment and drive engagement early in the sourcing lifecycle. Demonstrate empathy, adaptability, and professionalism when navigating complex or politically sensitive topics. External Market Engagement & Thought Leadership Be recognized in the market as a category expert and actively represent LPS at relevant forums and customer engagements. Network with peers, analysts, and suppliers to bring outside-in thinking to our strategy development. Feed market intelligence into internal playbooks, benchmarking libraries, and capability frameworks. Team Leadership Lead, mentor, and support the Delivery team members working on IT to drive high performance. Create a culture of curiosity, ownership, and continuous learning. KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Recognized subject matter expert in IT procurement (SaaS, Cloud, Infrastructure, Software Licensing, etc.). Deep experience in category strategy development, sourcing pipeline management, and strategic negotiations. Skilled in market & cost benchmarking, commercial modelling, and contract optimization. Experience designing and executing SRM programs and supplier segmentation strategies. Strong grasp of procurement technologies and data-driven sourcing practices. Experience contributing to pre-sales activities, including shaping propositions and category insights. Proven leadership experience in an international, multi-stakeholder, and matrixed environment. - Known externally as a credible and respected expert in your category domain PREFERRED EDUCATION/ QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Procurement, or equivalent experience. Relevant years of relevant experience in Procurement or Category Leadership, with a strong focus on IT. Fluent English is required. SKILLS & ABILITIES Executive presence & structured storytelling to communicate complex ideas with clarity. Curiosity and continuous learning mindset with strong adaptability in dynamic environments. Long-term strategic thinking with the ability to translate big-picture trends into actionable plans. High-level networking skills and external orientation to stay ahead of category and supplier developments. Stakeholder empathy, responsiveness, and ability to align diverse perspectives to common goals. Calm and confident under pressure; solutions-focused and resilient. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; experience with CLM, SRM, and procurement analytics tools is a plus Competitive salary + Bonus where applicable 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase 5 more Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical, critical illness cover and dental insurance Matched pension contribution up to 10% Access to our car benefit scheme Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us The chance to join an innovative, fast-paced and passionate team Who we are: Liberty Blume, a Liberty Global company, is a rapidly growing business services provider, specialising in tech-enabled back-office solutions. Our mission is to deliver efficiency, scale and value to our customers through Business, Procurement and Financial Solutions. If you're curious, customer centric and enjoy being one step ahead, join us on our scale up journey and unlock your freedom to grow!Liberty Global is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive environment and accommodating all candidates. We're eager to hear from you, no matter your background.We're building Tomorrow's Connections Today, bringing people together through the power of our technology.Liberty Global is a world leader in converged broadband, video and mobile communications and an active investor in cutting-edge infrastructure, content and technology ventures.With our investments in fibre-based and 5G networks we play a vital role in society, currently providing over 85 million fixed and mobile connections and rolling out the next generation of products and services, while readying our networks for 10 Gbps and beyond.We're creating national champions, combining the best broadband and mobile networks under brands such as Virgin Media-02 in the UK, VodafoneZiggo in The Netherlands, Telenet in Belgium, Sunrise in Switzerland, Virgin Media in Ireland and UPC in Slovakia.Liberty Global Ventures, our global investment arm, has a portfolio of more than 75 companies and funds across content, technology and infrastructure, including strategic stakes in ITV, Univision, Plume, Lionsgate and the Formula E racing series.Our scale enables us to transfer knowledge and expertise across our operations and investments, creating a dynamic family of brands united in the pursuit of innovation and excellence.And we're prioritising diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace and communities, while reducing our impact on the environment. We are using technology as a force for good; for our people, our partners and the planet.