Located in the vibrant heart of Central London, our client are a fast-paced, forward-thinking organisation that prides itself on innovation and operational excellence. As they continue to scale their operations, they are looking for a commercial and strategically minded Indirect Procurement Specialist to join their dynamic finance and operations team.
If you are passionate about driving value, building strong stakeholder relationships, and negotiating best-in-class contracts across a diverse range of indirect categories, we want you on board.
The Role
As the Indirect Procurement Specialist, you will take ownership of the end-to-end sourcing process for a variety of indirect spend categories, including IT, Professional Services, Marketing, HR, and Facilities. You will act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders, ensuring that procurement strategies align with broader business goals, mitigate risk, and deliver significant cost savings without compromising on quality or service.
Key Responsibilities
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Strategic Sourcing: Lead the end-to-end tender process (RFx) from market analysis and supplier identification through to contract award and implementation.
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Category Management: Develop and execute robust procurement strategies across key indirect categories (IT software/hardware, Marketing agencies, HR services, and Facilities management).
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Stakeholder Engagement: Partner closely with department heads and budget holders to understand their requirements, challenge the status quo, and guide them through optimal procurement practices.
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Contract Negotiation: Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to maximize ROI and minimize commercial risk.
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Supplier Relationship Management (SRM): Monitor and manage ongoing vendor performance, conducting regular business reviews and driving continuous improvement.
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Compliance & Process Improvement: Ensure all purchasing activities comply with internal policies. Identify opportunities to streamline procurement workflows and enhance ERP system utilization.
About You
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Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of dedicated procurement experience, specifically focusing on indirect spend categories within a corporate environment.
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Qualifications: Degree educated. CIPS qualification (or working towards it) is highly desirable.
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Negotiation Skills: A proven track record of negotiating complex contracts and delivering demonstrable cost savings.
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Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build consensus among senior stakeholders and external partners.
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Analytical Mindset: Strong commercial acumen and data analysis skills, capable of turning spend data into actionable sourcing strategies.
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Drive: A proactive, self-starter mentality who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving business landscape.
What We Offer
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Competitive Compensation: A base salary of up to £75,000 plus an annual performance bonus.
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Flexible Working: A modern hybrid working model empowering you to balance home and office life.
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Prime Location: State-of-the-art office space in Central London, surrounded by world-class amenities and excellent transport links.
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Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive private medical insurance, dental cover, and a dedicated employee assistance program.
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Future Planning: Generous company pension scheme (up to 8% matched contribution).
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Growth: Dedicated budget for professional development and continuous learning (including CIPS sponsorship).
