Procurement Manager Marketing Data

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement consultancy is seeking an experienced Interim Procurement Manager with expertise in market research and data procurement. This senior role will involve leading procurement activities, assessing current spend, and identifying optimisation opportunities in a high-growth environment. Strong background in procurement consulting and excellent Excel & PowerPoint skills are essential for success in this role. Remote working options are available.

Qualifications

• Strong background in procurement consulting or cost optimisation projects.
• Proven experience procuring market research and data services.
• Ability to work at pace and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities focused on market research agencies.
• Assess current spend and sourcing strategies.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimisation.

Skills

Procurement consulting

Cost optimisation projects

Market research procurement

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Interim Procurement Manager (Marketing Research Data)

To apply please contact Adam at [e-mail]

| £600/day | UK or Netherlands (with limited travel) - Remote Working Available

We're supporting a fast-growing boutique consultancy delivering cost optimisation and strategic sourcing programs across Europe, backed by board-level sponsors and private equity investors.

As part of an urgent diagnostic phase, we're seeking an experienced Interim Procurement Manager with expertise in Marketing Research & Data Procurement.

The Role:

• Lead procurement activity focused on market research agencies, data providers, and research panels (e.g., Kantar, sample data suppliers).
• Assess current spend, supplier base, and sourcing strategy across direct & indirect marketing categories.
• Structure competitive engagements with agencies and identify opportunities for cost optimisation.
• Partner closely with senior stakeholders in a high-visibility environment.

What We're Looking For

• Strong background in procurement consulting or cost optimisation projects.
• Proven experience procuring market research and data services.
• Ability to work at pace, adapt to changing priorities, and deliver insight-driven recommendations.
• Strong Excel & PowerPoint skills to communicate findings effectively.

This is a senior role within a high-growth environment, where your expertise will directly shape sourcing strategy.