Indirect Procurement Manager £80K Birmingham

1st Executive Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Indirect Procurement Manager to lead the development of a Greenfield Procurement function. This exciting role involves collaborating with HR, Finance, and Operations to position Procurement as a value-add partner. You will leverage your commercial acumen and negotiation skills to drive significant value across critical procurement projects, supporting the organization's ambitious growth plans. If you are results-driven and possess the gravitas to influence at all levels, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR & Professional Services Procurement.
• Ability to negotiate contracts and influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop key stakeholder relationships in HR, Finance, and Operations.
• Drive commercial value across Indirect Procurement projects.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Contract negotiation

Influencing skills

Leadership

Results-driven

Job description

Contact:

Contact email:

Job ref:

J691846_1744816578

Published:

3 days ago

Expiry date:

2025-05-16

Start date:

ASAP

Role: Indirect Procurement Manager (HR & Professional Services)

Salary: Up to £80K + Excellent Benefits

Location: Hybrid Birmingham (2 days p/w on site)

Are you an Indirect Procurement Manager with experience in business partnering and delivering complex end-to-end sourcing projects across the breadth of the HR & Professional Services category?

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to play a key part in the development of a Greenfield Procurement function, alongside a newly appointed Head of Procurement for a PE backed firm.

Role:
Key to your success in this role will be the ability to develop key stakeholder relationships with the HR, Finance, and Operations community, positioning Procurement as a "value-add" business partner. Ultimately, you will be tasked with driving commercial value across a broad range of business-critical Indirect Procurement projects, supporting the organisation's ambitious growth plan.

You will need to:

1. Be commercially astute, financially literate, and legally competent to negotiate contracts
2. Have strong influencing skills and leadership, with the gravitas to negotiate credibly with suppliers and engage with the executive management team
3. Be results-driven with a track record of achievement while adaptable in the face of adversity

Experience:

1. HR & Professional Services Procurement & Category Management experience
2. Skills to influence and drive effective change in a fast-paced environment
3. Self-motivation, tenacity, and a focus on delivery
4. Gravitas, the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels