Job Description

Reporting into the Head of Procurement for [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], you'll define an overall professional services category strategy, develop supplier engagement plans, and drive innovation and long-term value. You'll lead a team, negotiate contracts, ensure compliance, and act as a trusted advisor.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop the team to achieve goals while fostering trust and collaboration.
• Align team objectives with organisational strategies, managing workloads, resolving issues, and escalating as needed.
• Develop a category strategy for Professional Services, identifying sourcing opportunities to optimise value, cost, and quality.
• Build market intelligence through research channels, industry insights, and benchmarking to inform strategy.
• Lead negotiations to secure favourable terms, supporting cost savings and tracking procurement performance.
• Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, ensuring data-driven decisions and consistent engagement.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Prudential Regulatory Authority (PRA) regulations, and internal risk frameworks.
• Promote continuous improvement and proactively mitigate procurement risks across processes.

Work Arrangements

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] we work smart, empowering our people to balance their time between home and the office. You'll work at least two days a week (40%) away from home, moving to three days a week (60%) in the future. Away from home means attending the office, visiting clients or attending industry events. We’re also happy to consider flexible working arrangements.

Your Skills & Experience

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven expertise in market analysis, evaluating trends, assessing risks, and optimising procurement strategies.
• Skilled in interpreting legal and contractual documents, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks.
• Strong project management experience, capable of leading procurement initiatives from start to finish.
• Ability to analyse data and procurement metrics to inform decision-making.
• Proficient in developing strategic, long-term partnerships with suppliers.
• Adept at resolving conflicts and communicating effectively with diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and negotiate favourable terms.

How to Apply

To apply, click on the ‘apply now’ button, then log in or create a profile to submit your CV. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. If you require adjustments, contact [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as this advert may close earlier than the listed closing date.