Job Description

We're hiring for a pivotal role in the Procurement team, offering a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of procurement across the region.


As the Technology Buying Group Lead, you'll oversee all technology-related spend (e.g. hardware) and support other categories such as marketing, HR, professional services, facilities, and travel. You'll define and deliver the regional procurement strategy, lead complex negotiations, manage sourcing activities (RFXs, auctions, contracts), and drive value through supplier relationships and commercial excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead procurement strategy for technology spend across EMAP Manage sourcing processes using Ariba and ensure robust contracts Drive cost savings and supplier performance improvements Build strong stakeholder and supplier relationships Promote Procurement across the business via webinars and training Ensure compliance with procurement policies and audit requirements Support cross-functional teams with procurement planning and data insights Standardise best practices across countries and business lines

This is a high-impact role where you'll influence procurement direction, lead a regional team, and champion innovation and efficiency across the business.






About Experian

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.


We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.


We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.





Experience and Skills

You must have a strong background in technology procurement, be a confident and experienced negotiator used to handling difficult supplier negotiations with proven track record of having engaged with and influenced internal stakeholders at all levels. Evidence of having made great cost saving and challenged the status quo.

MCIP's or equivalent Proven background of IT Procurement Proven negotiation skill




Additional Information



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