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IT Commercial Lead

Posted: 03/12/25
Recruiter:SGS United Kingdom Limited
Reference:3040034957
Type:Contract
Disciplines: Team Leader
Salary:Competitive
Location:Kent
Description: Our Client are looking for a IT Commercial Lead for a 12 months contract, full time.
Role is at the Isle of Grain LNG Terminal (ME3 0AJ). Presence is required on site although there will be a certain level of flexibility to work remotely.

  • Lead IT commercial strategy and planning, aligning technology investments with business objectives and budget constraints.
  • Manage vendor relationships and contracts, ensuring value for money, compliance, and performance against SLAs.
  • Oversee procurement processes for IT products and services, including software licensing, hardware, cloud services, and consultancy.
  • Develop and monitor IT budgets, forecasts, and cost-saving initiatives across LNG operations and projects.
  • Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers, ensuring alignment with corporate procurement policies and risk management frameworks.
  • Collaborate with legal and finance teams to ensure contracts meet regulatory and financial standards specific to the energy sector.
  • Support digital transformation initiatives, ensuring commercial viability and alignment with strategic technology roadmaps.
  • Track and report on IT spend and performance, providing insights to senior leadership for decision-making.
  • Identify opportunities for cost optimization, including vendor consolidation, cloud migration, and process automation.
  • Ensure commercial governance across IT projects, including change control, invoicing accuracy, and milestone tracking.

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