Procurement Manager

Career Moves Group I B Corp™; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global media organization in London seeks a Procurement Specialist to lead supplier assessment and develop strong relationships. The ideal candidate has over 3 years in procurement, a background in indirect procurement, and experience with ERP platforms. Key responsibilities include executing procurement plans and ensuring compliance with ethical standards. This role offers an opportunity to impact strategic priorities in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in procurement or category management in an international environment.
• Background in indirect procurement covering multiple services like HR, Travel, and Marketing.
• Experience in designing and delivering sourcing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier identification and assessment.
• Develop long-term supplier relationships.
• Execute procurement plans adhering to policies and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards.
• Evaluate spending and recommend cost-optimisation initiatives.

Skills

Procurement experience

Supplier relationship management

Contract negotiation

Cost analysis

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or MCIPS qualification

Tools

ERP platforms

Job description

Career Moves are thrilled to be partnering with a well‑established global media organisation based in London. They offer a collaborative and forward‑thinking environment where people are encouraged to grow, contribute ideas, and make a meaningful impact.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected organisation that values curiosity, professionalism, and long‑term development.

Duties

• Lead the identification, assessment, and selection of suppliers to secure high‑quality goods and services at optimal commercial terms.
• Develop productive, long‑term supplier relationships to support consistency, reliability, and continuous improvement.
• Shape and execute procurement plans that support the organisation’s strategic priorities while adhering to internal policies and external regulations
• Ensure all sourcing activity meets ethical, legal, and compliance standards
• Track and evaluate spending patterns, highlighting opportunities to drive efficiencies and reduce overall cost without compromising performance or quality
• Recommend cost‑optimisation initiatives based on data‑driven insights
• Partner closely with cross‑functional teams to understand business requirements and ensure procurement solutions meet operational needs
• Influence stakeholders to promote best‑practice procurement processes
• Identify and address risks across the supply base, including sustainability, ethical compliance, and business continuity considerations.
• Support the organisation’s responsible procurement objectives.
• Produce clear, accurate procurement reports and dashboards, using analytics to guide decision‑making and enhance procurement effectiveness.
• Monitor key performance indicators and recommend improvements.

Skills

• At least 3 years’ experience in procurement or category management within a dynamic, international environment.
• Background in indirect procurement, ideally covering areas such as: Professional Services, Travel, Human Resources, Real Estate, Facilities, External Audit, Telecommunications, Marketing, Data, insights, and subscription services
• Demonstrated success in designing and delivering sourcing strategies that improve supplier performance and reduce cost.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing principles, contract negotiation, and supplier governance.
• Experience working with ERP platforms and within global procurement structures or multinational supplier networks.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to collaborate across varied teams and cultures.
• Proficient in financial evaluation and cost‑analysis techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capability, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or a professional procurement qualification such as MCIPS.