Indirect Procurement Manager £80K (Birmingham)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Indirect Procurement Manager to spearhead a Greenfield Procurement function. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with a newly appointed Head of Procurement in a dynamic tech environment. You will leverage your commercial acumen and influencing skills to build strong relationships across HR, Finance, and Operations, positioning Procurement as a vital business partner. If you are results-driven and ready to make a significant impact in a fast-paced setting, this role 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

Influencing Skills

Leadership

Negotiation Skills

Results-driven

Job description

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Job ref: J691846_1740763270

Published: 4 days ago

Expiry date: 2025-03-30

Start date: ASAP

Role: Indirect Procurement Manager

Salary: Up to £80K + Excellent Benefits

Location: 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 HR & Pro Services category?

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

Role Responsibilities:

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. You will be tasked with driving commercial value across a broad range of business-critical Indirect Procurement projects to support the organization’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 Required:

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 and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.