IT Procurement Specialist
Infor
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Farnborough
Contract type: Full time

Infor is looking for an enthusiastic, experienced IT Procurement Specialist to join our team. The IT Procurement Specialist will be responsible for supplier and contract management, stakeholder support, assisting with the management of the software asset management life cycle and strategic development of the IT Procurement function at Infor, while seeking cost-effective and value-added solutions for all software and hardware-related purchases.
Our vision is to establish a world-class Vendor Management Office (VMO) that fosters strong, collaborative relationships with our suppliers and colleagues, ensuring that we consistently deliver exceptional value to our stakeholders. As a team of versatile and dedicated procurement professionals, we aim to deliver a seamless and efficient vendor management process that prioritises transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement at the core of what we deliver. Fostering our core values of respect, empathy and applying our industry-specific skillsets to deliver long-term good profit to our stakeholders and advance our team’s comparative advantage.
Key elements of our vision include Strategic Relationships, Risk Management, Performance Excellence, Sustainability and Compliance, Innovation and Continuous Improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
* Partner with IT and business teams to understand technology needs and offer procurement insights that support growth.
* Lead vendor selection, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier relationships to secure the best value.
* Foster collaborative relationships with IT, finance, compliance, and operations, ensuring alignment with procurement objectives.
* Serve as the primary liaison for supplier contracts and relationships, integrating commercial and compliance requirements.
* Drive vendor consolidation to improve efficiency and support the VMO vision.
Basic Qualifications:
* Experience in procurement with a demonstrated interest or passion for IT.
* International sourcing experience.
* Strong understanding of accounting and finance processes.
* Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 15%.
* Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
* Customer focus and great communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Strong influence and consultative skills
* Strong understanding of licensing pricing models
* MCIPS qualification or actively working towards CIPS certification
* Computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft applications
* Reporting and analysis skills
* Knowledge of SQL
About Infor
Infor is a global leader in business cloud software products for companies in industry specific markets. Infor builds complete industry suites in the cloud and efficiently deploys technology that puts the user experience first, leverages data science, and integrates easily into existing systems. Over 60,000 organizations worldwide rely on Infor to help overcome market disruptions and achieve business-wide digital transformation.
For more information visit www.infor.com
Our Values
At Infor, we strive for an environment that is founded on a business philosophy called [1] Principle Based Management (PBM) and eight Guiding Principles: integrity, stewardship & compliance, transformation, principled entrepreneurship, knowledge, humility, respect, self-actualization. Increasing diversity is important to reflect our markets, customers, partners, and communities we serve in now and in the future.
We have a relentless commitment to a culture based on PBM. Informed by the principles that allow a free and open society to flourish, PBM prepares individuals to innovate, improve, and transform while fostering a healthy, growing organization that creates long-term value for its clients and supporters and fulfillment for its employees.
Infor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. Infor does not discriminate against candidates or employees because of their sex, race, gender identity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law. If you require accommodation or assistance at any time during the application or selection processes, please submit a request by following the directions located in the FAQ section at the bottom of the infor.com/about/careers webpage.
At Infor we value your privacy that’s why we created a policy that you can read [2] here.
References
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1. https://www.kochind.com/about/business-philosophy
2. https://www.infor.com/about/privacy
Our vision is to establish a world-class Vendor Management Office (VMO) that fosters strong, collaborative relationships with our suppliers and colleagues, ensuring that we consistently deliver exceptional value to our stakeholders. As a team of versatile and dedicated procurement professionals, we aim to deliver a seamless and efficient vendor management process that prioritises transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement at the core of what we deliver. Fostering our core values of respect, empathy and applying our industry-specific skillsets to deliver long-term good profit to our stakeholders and advance our team’s comparative advantage.
Key elements of our vision include Strategic Relationships, Risk Management, Performance Excellence, Sustainability and Compliance, Innovation and Continuous Improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
* Partner with IT and business teams to understand technology needs and offer procurement insights that support growth.
* Lead vendor selection, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier relationships to secure the best value.
* Foster collaborative relationships with IT, finance, compliance, and operations, ensuring alignment with procurement objectives.
* Serve as the primary liaison for supplier contracts and relationships, integrating commercial and compliance requirements.
* Drive vendor consolidation to improve efficiency and support the VMO vision.
Basic Qualifications:
* Experience in procurement with a demonstrated interest or passion for IT.
* International sourcing experience.
* Strong understanding of accounting and finance processes.
* Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 15%.
* Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
* Customer focus and great communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Strong influence and consultative skills
* Strong understanding of licensing pricing models
* MCIPS qualification or actively working towards CIPS certification
* Computer literacy and proficiency with Microsoft applications
* Reporting and analysis skills
* Knowledge of SQL
About Infor
Infor is a global leader in business cloud software products for companies in industry specific markets. Infor builds complete industry suites in the cloud and efficiently deploys technology that puts the user experience first, leverages data science, and integrates easily into existing systems. Over 60,000 organizations worldwide rely on Infor to help overcome market disruptions and achieve business-wide digital transformation.
For more information visit www.infor.com
Our Values
At Infor, we strive for an environment that is founded on a business philosophy called [1] Principle Based Management (PBM) and eight Guiding Principles: integrity, stewardship & compliance, transformation, principled entrepreneurship, knowledge, humility, respect, self-actualization. Increasing diversity is important to reflect our markets, customers, partners, and communities we serve in now and in the future.
We have a relentless commitment to a culture based on PBM. Informed by the principles that allow a free and open society to flourish, PBM prepares individuals to innovate, improve, and transform while fostering a healthy, growing organization that creates long-term value for its clients and supporters and fulfillment for its employees.
Infor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. Infor does not discriminate against candidates or employees because of their sex, race, gender identity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law. If you require accommodation or assistance at any time during the application or selection processes, please submit a request by following the directions located in the FAQ section at the bottom of the infor.com/about/careers webpage.
At Infor we value your privacy that’s why we created a policy that you can read [2] here.
References
Visible links
1. https://www.kochind.com/about/business-philosophy
2. https://www.infor.com/about/privacy
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