Descripción
Your New Role We are looking for an experienced IT Procurement Specialist or Software Asset Manager to join a major transformation programme within the energy sector.In this role, you will support the establishment of a new Operational Control Centre (OCC) and drive strategic sourcing activities across software, IT/OT and related technology services.Working at the intersection of business, technology, security and procurement, you will translate complex requirements into actionable sourcing strategies and procurement plans. You will collaborate with stakeholders across multiple functions, coordinate supplier evaluations and negotiations, and help ensure that commercial decisions support the programme’ s objectives.As an IT Procurement Specialist / Software Asset Manager, you will: Conduct IT/OT category and supplier market analyses to identify relevant suppliers, services and capabilities required by the programme. Translate business, IT, architecture, security and transition requirements into sourcing strategies, supplier selection criteria and procurement plans. Prepare, coordinate and issue Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Quotations (RFQs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs), working closely with stakeholders across Business, IT, Legal, Security and Procurement. Plan and manage procurement milestones, dependencies and key decisions in alignment with the programme's integrated roadmap. Develop evaluation criteria, commercial models and scoring frameworks to facilitate structured, transparent and objective supplier assessments. Coordinate supplier shortlisting, clarification meetings, negotiations and commercial recommendations. Support contract negotiations, contracting activities, supplier onboarding, mobilization and handover. Maintain a consolidated overview of supplier selection progress, timelines, commercial assumptions, risks and key decisions. Contribute procurement insights into programme reporting, budget discussions and decision-making mater