Average Information Technology salary in West Midlands (Region)

ManufacturingTo £60,000 plus BenefitsBirminghamThe CompanyOur client is a leading UK organisation making a real difference in the market, priding themselves on innovation, efficiency, and staying ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving landscape.The RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technology Procurement Manager to leading on all aspects of technology procurement, ensuring they maintain a competitive edge through strategic sourcing, negotiation, and relationship management with vendors and suppliers.Key Responsibilities Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the company's goals and objectivesIdentify, evaluate, and select vendors and suppliers for technology products and servicesNegotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with vendors to achieve cost savings and favourable agreementsManage vendor relationships and performance, including regular performance reviews and contract renewalsCollaborate with internal stakeholders, including IT, finance, and legal departments, to ensure alignment on procurement objectives and requirementsMonitor market trends and technology advancements to inform procurement decisions and opportunities for innovationOversee the procurement process from requisition to delivery, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with company policies and regulationsAnalyse procurement data and metrics to identify areas for improvement and optimise procurement processes Qualifications Proven experience in technology procurement or strategic sourcing, preferably in a fast-paced and dynamic environmentStrong negotiation skills and experience in contract managementExcellent analytical and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to build and maintain effective relationships with vendors, suppliers, and internal stakeholdersFamiliarity with procurement software and systemsKnowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and best practices in procurement and supply chain managementExceptional communication and interpersonal skillsStrong organisational skills and attention to detail How to ApplyIf you would like to apply for this role, please attach your CV in Word format, with details of your current remuneration package, along with job reference 373348.

Systems Administrator (Information Technology) Milton Keynes - Initially office based but hybrid when you're settled in the role (1 day from home) Up to £40,000 We're looking for an experienced Systems Administrator to join our client in Milton Keynes. Reporting to the IT Manager, you will work within a small team supporting their systems onsite, their equipment and the software used. You will manage and maintain the computer systems and applications at all business sites, ensuring that systems integrity and business efficiency can be maximised. This will involve remote management and liaison with staff at other sites. Part of your responsibility is to maintain effective links to other sites, so that the corporate network infrastructure functions effectively. If you're a graduate with a couple of years post-graduation experience and you are keen to learn, this could be a great opportunity for you! As Systems Administrator, you will: Configure, manage, install, support, and maintain the computer servers and applications, network infrastructure and company communications systems.Ensure that the integrity of data held within the systems is high.Monitor system performance to predict and prevent potential problems.Ensure that a complete backup regime is maintained for all systems.Monitor developments in the information technology market and recommend developments or additions to the IT Manager that may be cost-justifiable to implement.Work closely with other members of Information Technology to ensure good and reliable performance of all IT resources.Train users in the use of computer equipment and software, as needed.As necessary, update operational procedures and documentation to reflect actual working practices. What skills and experience are we looking for? Experienced problem-solver with an analytical approachExcellent verbal and written communicationA recognised networking accreditation - such as CCNA is desirable.An industry-recognised security accreditation - such as CompTIA+Virtualisation experience (Hyper-V) and cloud-based infrastructureAdmin-level experience of Azure / Office 365 / SharePointSalesforce or PowerApps experience is desirable. Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment. Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.

Robert Walters is working in partnership with a national market leading business. They specialise in distribution, construction and building materials. With a long-standing history, they employ over 16,000 employees with an enterprise technology estate to support their business services. Due to continued growth, they are keen to appoint an Information Security Architect, based out of the Northampton offices with a hybrid working model paying as salary up to £85,000 plus bonus and benefits. As an experienced Security Architect, you will technically hands on and work in an agile product development model. In addition, you will have worked across large systems integration programmes. You will help the technology team navigate across a changing threat landscape and keep on top of changing security technologies.Information Security Architect - Duties and Experience Domain Architect Responsible for current and target security architecture for groupWork with group stakeholders, technical teams, external vendors and partners DevSecOps Work with technical teams to embed DevSecOps cultureWork across group technology and data functions Mentor Leading team members or influence architects - reviews, coaching Practise Developer Contribute to architecture design process: effectiveness and efficient through knowledge sharing The permanent opportunity for an Information Security Architect, will pay up to £85,000 plus bonus and benefits, offering a hybrid working model from their Northampton offices. This is an opportunity to join a market leading business that has grown year on year. For further information, please apply with an updated CV and contact Ajay Hayre on / Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates