IT Commercial Lead

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