Procurement Lead - Indirect Spend & ESG (Hybrid)

Grant Thornton UK; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in the UK seeks an experienced Procurement Manager to lead indirect procurement strategies and drive ESG initiatives. This role emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders to enhance procurement processes while maintaining quality and risk management. Ideal candidates will possess direct procurement experience, strong communication skills, and a commercial mindset. The firm fosters an inclusive culture, promoting flexible work options to balance professional and personal life.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Inclusive culture

Opportunities for community involvement

Qualifications

• Extensive experience working in indirect procurement.
• Ability to translate procurement best practices into policies and processes.
• Experience of ESG & I&D within the supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Lead on various indirect spend projects across the business.
• Drive development of procurement policies and processes.
• Increase visibility of procurement to drive business performance.

Skills

Great communicator and relationship builder

Commercially astute

Proven negotiation experience

Experience in professional services

Supplier management

Third-party assurance

Experience in Digital & IT procurement

Job description

A leading financial services firm in the UK seeks an experienced Procurement Manager to lead indirect procurement strategies and drive ESG initiatives. This role emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders to enhance procurement processes while maintaining quality and risk management. Ideal candidates will possess direct procurement experience, strong communication skills, and a commercial mindset. The firm fosters an inclusive culture, promoting flexible work options to balance professional and personal life.