Procurement Lead - Indirect Spend & ESG (Hybrid)

Grant Thornton UK; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Scotland is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead indirect spend projects and develop procurement strategies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in indirect procurement, strong communication skills, and a commercial mindset. This role will allow you to shape procurement policies and drive ESG initiatives while working in a flexible and inclusive environment that values individual contributions.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Inclusive culture

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Extensive experience working in indirect procurement.
• Ability to translate procurement best practices into policies.
• Experience in professional services or financial services.

Responsibilities

• Lead indirect spend projects and define procurement strategies.
• Develop procurement policies and manage third-party risks.
• Drive visibility and performance of the procurement function.

Skills

Great communicator

Commercially astute

Proactive negotiation

Supplier management

Experience in ESG & I&D

Digital & IT procurement knowledge

Job description

A leading financial services firm in Scotland is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead indirect spend projects and develop procurement strategies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in indirect procurement, strong communication skills, and a commercial mindset. This role will allow you to shape procurement policies and drive ESG initiatives while working in a flexible and inclusive environment that values individual contributions.