Procurement Manager

Procurement ManagerA global client is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to support the ongoing development of its procurement and vendor management function. Working closely with senior stakeholders, this role will play a key part in supplier management, strategic sourcing, contract lifecycle management, procurement operations and cost optimisation initiatives. The successful candidate will bring strong procurement expertise, ideally within a complex corporate environment, along with experience managing technology-related spend, supplier negotiations and procurement systems. This is a hybrid role offering the opportunity to work with senior business leaders and external suppliers across a large, international organisation.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as the subject matter expert for the organisation's procurement platform, supporting deployment, adoption and continuous improvement.Manage procurement processes covering contract lifecycle management, procure-to-pay activities and supplier onboarding.Support the development and implementation of procurement strategies, policies and procedures aligned with business objectives.Identify, evaluate and onboard suppliers, negotiating commercial agreements and ensuring quality, value and compliance.Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, monitoring performance and resolving issues where required.Oversee contract management activities from supplier selection through negotiation, execution and renewal.Partner with internal stakeholders and legal teams to review and negotiate contractual terms and conditions.Ensure procurement activities comply with legal, regulatory and ethical standards.Analyse spend data to identify cost reduction opportunities, efficiency gains and process improvements.Assess and manage procurement-related risks, including supplier performance, compliance and data security concerns.Produce reports, insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making by senior leadership.Candidate RequirementsBachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement or a related discipline.Minimum of 7 years' experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain or vendor management.Experience operating within a professional services, corporate or highly regulated environment is advantageous.Strong experience with procurement technology platforms, particularly around implementation, adoption and optimisation.Proven ability to build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.Demonstrated success in negotiation, problem solving and influencing business decisions.Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive informed decision-making.Knowledge of contract management principles and supplier governance practices.Familiarity with IT procurement and technology service agreements would be beneficial.Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.OpportunityThis position offers the chance to join a well-established global organisation undergoing continued growth and transformation. The role provides significant exposure to senior stakeholders, strategic procurement initiatives and supplier management activities across a diverse spend portfolio. This version is fully anonymised and would be difficult for candidates to trace back to the original organisation.