Workstream Lead Data Procurement Transformation - #2184600

Rate: £750 per day (Umbrella)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: 52 weeks

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Data & Technology Lead to drive data, reporting and digital transformation within a large public sector organisation. The role will focus on improving procurement systems, data quality and reporting to support effective commercial decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement data and technology strategy.
• Oversee the selection and implementation of an eProcurement system, including SAP integration.
• Develop data architecture, governance frameworks and reporting standards.
• Create dashboards and management information covering spend, contracts, suppliers and performance.
• Improve data quality, savings tracking, risk reporting and benefits realisation.
• Work closely with Procurement, Finance, ICT, Digital and senior stakeholders.
• Manage system implementation, data migration, testing and user adoption.

Essential Requirements

• Significant experience leading data, technology or digital transformation projects.
• Strong understanding of procurement, contract management and supplier performance.
• Experience implementing eProcurement or contract management systems, ideally involving SAP.
• Proven experience developing data strategies, dashboards and reporting frameworks.
• Knowledge of data governance, systems integration and data migration.
• Experience managing technology procurement, requirements and implementation.
• Excellent stakeholder management, analytical and communication skills.
• Experience working within the public sector or a large complex organisation.

Ideal Candidate

A commercially focused data and technology professional with strong procurement knowledge and experience delivering digital transformation, improving reporting systems and supporting strategic decision-making.