2x Agile Sourcing (Special Projects/Transformation) Managers

1st Executive; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A top banking firm in Leeds is seeking an Agile Category & Sourcing Specialist to lead transformational procurement initiatives. The role requires strategic oversight, project management skills, and the ability to collaborate with suppliers and senior stakeholders. Ideal candidates are experienced in cost management and possess strong analytical abilities, with a background in consulting or finance preferred. This is a highly visible role with potential for career progression.

Qualifications

• Experienced in procurement and cost management.
• Ability to manage complex procurement initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills for data analysis and market trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement activities.
• Develop sourcing strategies aligned with business goals.
• Present updates and business cases to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Cost Management

Procurement

Project Management

Data Analysis

Leadership

Tools

Ariba

Cost Plan

Planview

Job description

- Brand New Roles!
- Exciting opportunities to lead transformational projects, including top 10% of the bank's initiatives, with deployment support for M&A activities.
- Focus on Cost Management & Procurement, with PMO skills and strategic oversight.
- Utilize Data Science, AI, and Strategy tools to drive innovation and enhance financial efficiency.
- Experienced candidates preferred, especially from Tech categories or with a background in consulting or finance.
- Fast-paced environment requiring adaptability and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Highly visible role with direct exposure to C-Suite executives.
- 12 to 18 months roadmap with potential for promotion or transition into a business line role post-implementation.
- Ideal candidates include ex-consultants experienced in strategy building and delivery, or those from a finance background.

The Agile Category & Sourcing Specialist will be a highly organized, strategic, and communicative individual, supporting the cost team. This role involves leading complex procurement initiatives across the bank, with expertise in process design, demand optimization, sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiation, and cross-functional leadership.

Responsibilities include:
- Leading end-to-end procurement activities from initiation to close-out.
- Driving cost transformation activities, including reporting and system improvements to create value.
- Developing sourcing strategies aligned with business goals.
- Partnering with suppliers to deliver value enhancement programs.
- Ensuring due diligence, onboarding, and risk assessments comply with regulations.
- Negotiating supplier contracts with a focus on cyber security, data privacy, SLAs, and exit strategies.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.
- Analyzing spend data, market trends, and supplier performance to inform decisions.
- Monitoring performance metrics using tools like Ariba, Cost Plan, and Planview.
- Presenting updates and business cases to senior stakeholders.
- Driving tangible and intangible cost and business benefits.
- Coaching teams through sourcing processes and enabling market readiness.
- Supporting financial planning, forecasting, and risk management.
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal frameworks.