Head of Technology Procurement – Procurement Transformation – Leading Brand

Bramwith Consulting


Head of Technology Procurement

Global Retail / Consumer Sector | Strategic Leadership Role

We are exclusively supporting a leading enterprise in their search for a senior IT procurement leader to join their high-performing global team. This is a pivotal opportunity for an accomplished procurement professional to take ownership of IT spend categories, lead large-scale vendor negotiations, and deliver enterprise-wide sourcing strategies.


The Role

As Director of Procurement – IT Category Lead, you will:


  • Lead negotiations on high-value IT contracts with major global vendors (e.g., Oracle and other leading technology partners).
  • Manage both new and existing RFPs across hardware, software, services, professional services, and staff augmentation.
  • Develop and implement category strategies covering over $250M+ in spend, ensuring measurable savings and value creation.
  • Partner with senior stakeholders (VPs, SVPs, and business leaders) to align procurement strategies with business imperatives.
  • Oversee vendor governance, driving performance, innovation, and long-term supply resilience.
  • Build and lead a team including direct recruitment of a Manager-level hire under this role.

We’re looking for a senior procurement leader with:


  • 10+ years’ IT procurement experience with strong strategic sourcing expertise.
  • Proven ability to lead complex, enterprise-level vendor negotiations and contract management.
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, able to operate credibly with senior executives.
  • A track record of driving both savings and innovation in large-scale procurement organizations.
  • Relevant certifications (CPSM, CPM) or MBA preferred.
  • Based within commutable distance of New Jersey (approx. 1.5 hours from Philadelphia).


The Package

  • Salary: $160,000 – $200,000 USD + Strong Bonus Potential
  • Hybrid working: Approx. 4 days per month in office (2 days every other week).


Why Apply?

This is a rare chance to join a high-profile IT procurement leadership team (four other Directors already in place), reporting into an influential VP and working closely with executive leadership. The role offers strategic impact, executive visibility, and significant financial rewards.

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Head of Technology Procurement – Procurement Transformation – Leading Brand

Bramwith Consulting


Head of Technology Procurement

Global Retail / Consumer Sector | Strategic Leadership Role

We are exclusively supporting a leading enterprise in their search for a senior IT procurement leader to join their high-performing global team. This is a pivotal opportunity for an accomplished procurement professional to take ownership of IT spend categories, lead large-scale vendor negotiations, and deliver enterprise-wide sourcing strategies.


The Role

As Director of Procurement – IT Category Lead, you will:


  • Lead negotiations on high-value IT contracts with major global vendors (e.g., Oracle and other leading technology partners).
  • Manage both new and existing RFPs across hardware, software, services, professional services, and staff augmentation.
  • Develop and implement category strategies covering over $250M+ in spend, ensuring measurable savings and value creation.
  • Partner with senior stakeholders (VPs, SVPs, and business leaders) to align procurement strategies with business imperatives.
  • Oversee vendor governance, driving performance, innovation, and long-term supply resilience.
  • Build and lead a team including direct recruitment of a Manager-level hire under this role.

We’re looking for a senior procurement leader with:


  • 10+ years’ IT procurement experience with strong strategic sourcing expertise.
  • Proven ability to lead complex, enterprise-level vendor negotiations and contract management.
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, able to operate credibly with senior executives.
  • A track record of driving both savings and innovation in large-scale procurement organizations.
  • Relevant certifications (CPSM, CPM) or MBA preferred.
  • Based within commutable distance of New Jersey (approx. 1.5 hours from Philadelphia).


The Package

  • Salary: $160,000 – $200,000 USD + Strong Bonus Potential
  • Hybrid working: Approx. 4 days per month in office (2 days every other week).


Why Apply?

This is a rare chance to join a high-profile IT procurement leadership team (four other Directors already in place), reporting into an influential VP and working closely with executive leadership. The role offers strategic impact, executive visibility, and significant financial rewards.

https://www.jobs2careers.com/click.php?jid=7b68f287e06da3ed6938b6d55&ri=9fde1539a7454329ad8568495f3ab9e0&job_loc=Philadelphia%2CPA&q=%22barnes+And+Noble%22&spl=v1%253AjCjKM42Yo8ZfVTan%253AtNh%252F5XrBwjVVLiS5mhhMyg%253D%253D%253Ap%252FyDl8lqFJ591TXx3mW67%252FC1XQehXHgrkrG4YwDGLtJWsAgThbjpfx%252BPzXzmn96dpYG%252Bu1zBokuxyNaIbrhn5dDbcahsf8EfWV5l2IdMFG7L9gP%252B1%252B048J1HgNRbKqKxzYyRhRQR73fZwfDrlVBafWUQqcd9EVKd6YaOq%252Bm647UJ%252BGLOFKCUmmf%252F6WqAXW78Cx520yn1pZM8FRyJ%252FTjbIQB9qy3VHIfEwu2%252B0Q%253D%253D&encrypt=0&l=anywhere→

Head of Technology Procurement – Procurement Transformation – Leading Brand

Bramwith Consulting


Head of Technology Procurement

Global Retail / Consumer Sector | Strategic Leadership Role

We are exclusively supporting a leading enterprise in their search for a senior IT procurement leader to join their high-performing global team. This is a pivotal opportunity for an accomplished procurement professional to take ownership of IT spend categories, lead large-scale vendor negotiations, and deliver enterprise-wide sourcing strategies.


The Role

As Director of Procurement – IT Category Lead, you will:


  • Lead negotiations on high-value IT contracts with major global vendors (e.g., Oracle and other leading technology partners).
  • Manage both new and existing RFPs across hardware, software, services, professional services, and staff augmentation.
  • Develop and implement category strategies covering over $250M+ in spend, ensuring measurable savings and value creation.
  • Partner with senior stakeholders (VPs, SVPs, and business leaders) to align procurement strategies with business imperatives.
  • Oversee vendor governance, driving performance, innovation, and long-term supply resilience.
  • Build and lead a team including direct recruitment of a Manager-level hire under this role.

We’re looking for a senior procurement leader with:


  • 10+ years’ IT procurement experience with strong strategic sourcing expertise.
  • Proven ability to lead complex, enterprise-level vendor negotiations and contract management.
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, able to operate credibly with senior executives.
  • A track record of driving both savings and innovation in large-scale procurement organizations.
  • Relevant certifications (CPSM, CPM) or MBA preferred.
  • Based within commutable distance of New Jersey (approx. 1.5 hours from Philadelphia).


The Package

  • Salary: $160,000 – $200,000 USD + Strong Bonus Potential
  • Hybrid working: Approx. 4 days per month in office (2 days every other week).


Why Apply?

This is a rare chance to join a high-profile IT procurement leadership team (four other Directors already in place), reporting into an influential VP and working closely with executive leadership. The role offers strategic impact, executive visibility, and significant financial rewards.

https://www.jobs2careers.com/click.php?jid=7b68f287e06da3ed6938b6d55&ri=9fde153a473b406e9d7bb05011f76a60&job_loc=Philadelphia%2CPA&q=%22barnes+And+Noble%22&spl=v1%253A7In5PK0bGULcQuhF%253AfW7Oy9gSo4T%252BtsgLm8ZQQQ%253D%253D%253AzuSwcrdQImhIXr48FYN%252Fz7uV3Sz%252FvtL%252BfE8oypAlGpsMClTfQM8eRD5ImG5AnVSabCLWvR0DhijDj2AFVWWjbv2ws3vyfNKI1k0LmiR7tQxoySGKAvlL0yn8y8qO1FAvuYrXRxEDeniB6EgXqS%252FhwvCeyR0q%252FcT4n%252BvZRFnSRr7%252B1mY7GO1mlADLYpN%252Bu2VBnSVCmyylBAnWogn6SqOb4Addn4%252FlNOi%252FKnV0dQ%253D%253D&encrypt=0&l=anywhere→