Indirect Procurement Specialist

DarcyBrook; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary up to £75,000

Annual bonus

Hybrid working

Central London office

Private medical insurance

Pension up to 8%

CIPS sponsorship

Job summary

DarcyBrook in Central London is seeking an experienced Indirect Procurement Specialist to drive end-to-end sourcing across IT, Professional Services, Marketing, HR and Facilities. You will partner with budget holders and senior stakeholders to deliver cost savings, quality, and compliant procurement practices.

The role offers a hybrid working model in a central London office, with a base salary up to £75,000 plus an annual bonus, and a clear path for CIPS sponsorship and professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of dedicated procurement experience focusing on indirect spend in a corporate environment.
• Degree educated; CIPS qualification or working towards it is desirable.
• Proven track record of negotiating complex contracts and delivering cost savings.
• Exceptional communication to influence senior stakeholders and external partners.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn spend data into sourcing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing (RFx) for indirect categories.
• Develop category strategies across IT, Marketing, HR and Facilities.
• Engage stakeholders to understand requirements and guide procurement decisions.
• Negotiate terms, pricing, and SLAs to maximize ROI and minimize risk.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement (SRM).
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with internal policies and improve ERP workflows.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder mgmt

Analytical

Communication

Drive

Strategic Sourcing

Category Mgmt

SRM

Compliance

Education

Degree educated

CIPS qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

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

• Strategic Sourcing: Lead the end-to-end tender process (RFx) from market analysis and supplier identification through to contract award and implementation.

• Category Management: Develop and execute robust procurement strategies across key indirect categories (IT software/hardware, Marketing agencies, HR services, and Facilities management).

• 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.

• Contract Negotiation: Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to maximize ROI and minimize commercial risk.

• Supplier Relationship Management (SRM): Monitor and manage ongoing vendor performance, conducting regular business reviews and driving continuous improvement.

• Compliance & Process Improvement: Ensure all purchasing activities comply with internal policies. Identify opportunities to streamline procurement workflows and enhance ERP system utilization.

About You

• Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of dedicated procurement experience, specifically focusing on indirect spend categories within a corporate environment.

• Qualifications: Degree educated. CIPS qualification (or working towards it) is highly desirable.

• Negotiation Skills: A proven track record of negotiating complex contracts and delivering demonstrable cost savings.

• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build consensus among senior stakeholders and external partners.

• Analytical Mindset: Strong commercial acumen and data analysis skills, capable of turning spend data into actionable sourcing strategies.

• Drive: A proactive, self-starter mentality who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving business landscape.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: A base salary of up to £75,000 plus an annual performance bonus.

• Flexible Working: A modern hybrid working model empowering you to balance home and office life.

• Prime Location: State-of-the-art office space in Central London, surrounded by world-class amenities and excellent transport links.

• Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive private medical insurance, dental cover, and a dedicated employee assistance program.

• Future Planning: Generous company pension scheme (up to 8% matched contribution).

• Growth: Dedicated budget for professional development and continuous learning (including CIPS sponsorship).