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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Implementation Specialist VCM - **Company:** Leonardo UK - **Location:** Basildon, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Data Migration, Middleware, SAP ERP, Software Deployment, Product Software Implementation Methods, Data Streaming, Enterprise Integration, SAP Ariba - **Published:** July 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/it-implementation-specialist/leonardo-uk-ltd-job107638314 ## About the Role * Proven hands-on experience in Supplier collaboration and management toolsets such as Agiloft Contract Lifecycle Management, SAP Ariba and Supplyon. * Experience in implementing end-to-end integration architectures. * Strong understanding of data migration principles, and data quality controls. * Strong understanding of software deployment lifecycle and configuration management. * Knowledge of secure information classification (e.g., Official and Official Sensitive ) and its impact on technical design, configuration, and data flows. * Experience supporting solutions across on-premise, cloud, and hybrid environments, including SAP ERP, middleware, and APIs. * Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, multivendor, multistakeholder environment. * Strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder engagement skills. This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude, insights to other Procurement Platforms and willingness to learn. ## Description We are seeking an Implementation Specialist with hands on experience deploying and configuring Procurement and Commercial toolsets-particularly SAP Ariba, Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) solutions, and supplier collaboration platforms. The successful candidate will support the technical implementation, integration, and lifecycle management of both established and emerging toolsets, working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers through remote and on-site collaboration., * Support configuration, upgrade and integration development across SAP Ariba, Azure environments and associated platforms. * Validate technical components and configuration including APIs, interfaces, data flows and middleware integrations. * Provide technical input into test planning and environment readiness. * Identify, manage, and resolve technical risks, dependencies, defects, and issues. * Work with suppliers and internal technical experts to confirm technical feasibility and solution integrity. * Support the Programme Manager with technical planning, estimation, and continuous improvement initiatives. * Produce and maintain high-quality technical specifications, integration documentation, and build guides. * Assess technical impacts of change and ensure safe, controlled implementation across environments. * Build strong relationships with programme stakeholders to support successful outcomes. ## Related Videos - [Headless by Design: Building Enterprise Systems That Agents Can Actually Use](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100092-headless-by-design-building-enterprise-systems-that-agents-can-actually-use) - [Developer’s Perspective: Overview of the Tezos Blockchain Ecosystem](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/237-developer-s-perspective-overview-of-the-tezos-blockchain-ecosystem) - [Why make use of an integration platform in today's software developments and infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/758-why-make-use-of-an-integration-platform-in-today-s-software-developments-and-infrastructure) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [Exploring BOS: The Blockchain Operating System by NEAR Protocol](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/781-exploring-bos-the-blockchain-operating-system-by-near-protocol) - [Full-stack role-based authorization in 45 minutes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/312-full-stack-role-based-authorization-in-45-minutes) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)