Procurement Manager

Addition; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Addition, a globally recognised media business, is seeking a procurement lead to own a broad indirect spend portfolio in London. The role is hybrid, based in Kensington with senior stakeholder exposure and cross-functional influence.

You will develop category strategies, lead sourcing, negotiate contracts, and drive governance and efficiency improvements across supplier relationships and processes.

Qualifications

• Experience managing end-to-end indirect procurement categories across a broad portfolio.
• Strong negotiation, contract management and performance improvement skills.
• Proven track record of delivering cost savings and supplier value improvements.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influence across senior levels.
• Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on delivery across multiple priorities.
• Experience with procurement platforms such as Coupa or Ironclad; BI skills are a plus.
• CIPS qualification is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver category strategies for a diverse indirect procurement portfolio.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing activities from market engagement to contract award.
• Negotiate commercial agreements that deliver value and mitigate risk.
• Manage contracts across their lifecycle to maximise performance and compliance.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and build business cases for stakeholders.
• Partner with teams to provide procurement guidance and governance.
• Build strong supplier relationships to improve service and continuity of supply.
• Drive governance improvements, onboarding, and risk management.
• Drive continuous procurement performance improvements in a fast-paced environment.
• Manage multiple strategic and operational procurement projects concurrently.

Skills

End-to-end indirect procurement

Commercial negotiation

Contract management

Cost savings delivery

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Project management

Procurement platforms

MS Office/Google Workspace

CIPS qualifying advantageous

Tools

Coupa

Ironclad

Power BI

MS Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Role Overview

Join a globally recognised media business where procurement plays a key role in driving commercial success. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a broad indirect spend portfolio, influence strategic decision-making and help shape the future of procurement across a fast-moving, collaborative organisation.

• Location: Kensington, London (Hybrid)

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and deliver category strategies across a diverse indirect procurement portfolio.
• Lead end-to-end sourcing activities, from market engagement through to contract award.
• Negotiate commercial agreements that deliver value, manage risk and support business objectives.
• Manage contracts throughout their lifecycle to maximise performance and compliance.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities and build compelling business cases for senior stakeholders.
• Partner with teams across the business to provide commercial procurement expertise and guidance.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to improve service, encourage innovation and ensure continuity of supply.
• Enhance procurement and contract governance processes, including supplier onboarding and risk management.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen procurement performance and operational efficiency.
• Manage multiple strategic and operational procurement projects within a fast‑paced environment.

Main Skills Needed

• Proven experience managing end-to-end indirect procurement categories.
• Strong commercial negotiation and contract management expertise.
• Track record of delivering measurable cost savings and supplier performance improvements.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Able to balance strategic planning with hands-on delivery.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Passion for improving procurement processes and driving business value.
• Familiarity with procurement platforms such as Coupa, Ironclad, Power BI or similar systems.
• Strong Microsoft Office or Google Workspace skills.
• CIPS qualification and experience within media or advertising would be advantageous but are not essential.

What’s in It for You?

• Ownership of a varied and business‑critical procurement portfolio.
• High levels of exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision‑making.
• The opportunity to influence procurement strategy and deliver tangible commercial impact.
• A collaborative culture that values innovation, continuous improvement and professional growth.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.