Procurement Specialist

-; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services company is seeking a Procurement Specialist to drive operational excellence in procurement. You will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement processes, providing support to the Senior Procurement Manager, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate has over 5 years’ experience in procurement, strong analytical and negotiation skills, and is proficient in MS Office. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in procurement or supplier management is essential.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills are required.
• Excellent organization and multitasking ability with meticulous attention to detail is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive administrative and operational support to the Senior Procurement Manager.
• Review, negotiate, and finalize supplier contracts with key stakeholders.
• Manage supplier onboarding and maintain the supplier management framework.

Skills

Procurement experience

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in MS Office

Job description

Are you an experienced procurement professional ready to make an impact in a fast-paced, global organisation? CMC Markets is seeking a Procurement Specialist to play a key role in driving operational excellence across our procurement function.

In this pivotal position, you'll act as a trusted partner to the business-managing end-to-end procurement processes, ensuring compliance, and supporting departments to achieve the best commercial and operational outcomes. You'll bring structure, insight, and collaboration to every stage of the procurement journey.

What you’ll be doing

• Providing proactive administrative and operational support to the Senior Procurement Manager.
• Reviewing, negotiating, and finalising supplier contracts in collaboration with Legal and other key stakeholders.
• Managing supplier onboarding and maintaining the supplier management framework, ensuring appropriate segmentation and oversight.
• Supporting business areas with procurement activities including RFPs, contract negotiations, and supplier reviews.
• Partnering with stakeholders to identify cost optimisation opportunities and monitor spend.
• Guiding and supporting junior team members, promoting best practice in procurement processes and compliance.
• Maintaining professional development to meet evolving regulatory and organisational requirements.

What you’ll bring

Essential:

• 5+ years’ experience in procurement or supplier management.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Excellent organisation and multitasking ability, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Confidence working across all levels of the organisation.

Desirable:

• Experience in sustainable procurement practices.
• Strong understanding of IT procurement and engagement with technology vendors.
• Experience with Software Asset Management, vendor risk assessment, and due diligence.
• Proven expertise in contract and vendor management.

CMC Markets is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability, or age.