Procurement Strategy Manager, Europe

Clear Channel UK; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Strategic Procurement Manager to lead procurement strategies across Europe. This pivotal role involves collaborating with product design teams to innovate and source products, while also championing sustainability efforts. You will manage supplier relationships, drive efficiencies, and achieve significant cost savings. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and inclusivity, where your contributions will make a positive impact on the environment and the communities served. If you're ready to shape the future of media through strategic procurement, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Annual Bonus

Hybrid working

33 paid holiday days

Company Pension Scheme

Healthcare Cash Plan

Life Insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Travel/season ticket loans

Charity volunteer days

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic sourcing and supplier management.
• Strong analytical skills with a commercial mindset.

Responsibilities

• Implement procurement strategies across 10 European markets.
• Drive sustainability initiatives and cost-saving targets.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Supplier Relationship Management

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Mindset

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

MCIPS or related qualifications

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

Clear Channel Europe spans across 14 markets with 260,000 advertising panels. Clear Channel Europe has 2,600 dedicated employees. Our Mission is To Create the future of media. Transforming our estate, to the benefit of all our stakeholders, through data-driven innovations and infrastructure. Our Purpose is to provide both A Platform for Brands & A Platform for Good. Delivering advertisers’ media objectives whilst having a positive impact on the world around us.

We are committed to protecting the environment and the communities we serve, not only for the future of our business, but for the future of the planet. We’re spearheading projects and initiatives that drive sustainability, reduce our environmental impact and have ambitious Carbon Net Zero targets.

About the role

Reporting to the Procurement and Supply Chain Director as a Strategic Procurement Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping our procurement strategies across multiple categories. You’ll work closely with our Product Design team to develop and source innovative products globally, supporting 10 markets across Europe. In addition, you’ll drive sustainability initiatives, helping us reduce our carbon footprint and enhance our supplier landscape.

What you'll be doing

• Create/implement procurement initiatives across 10 European markets, working closely with Product Design to develop and source products globally.
• Build and manage relationships with key suppliers, ensuring innovation and cost efficiencies.
• Drive sustainability efforts, including increasing recycled raw material usage, achieving 100% recyclability, and reducing carbon impact.
• Set annual cost-saving targets across multiple categories and execute strategies to achieve them.
• Forecast, implement procurement policies, and lead continuous improvement projects across product, indirect, and fleet procurement.
• Be a subject matter expert on end-of-life product strategies and procurement transformation.

What we're looking for

• MCIPS or other related qualifications are a plus.
• Strong commercial and analytical mindset, with the ability to identify opportunities and drive efficiencies.
• Essential experience in strategic sourcing; experience in manufacturing is beneficial.
• Experience working across multiple categories.
• Strong track record of delivering tangible business benefits, including process efficiencies and cost savings.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to influence and persuade.
• Strong supplier relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage complex issues and multiple projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines.
• Collaborative approach with strong stakeholder engagement skills.
• Knowledge of ERP or similar systems (desirable).

What’s in it for you

• Salary DOE + Annual Bonus.
• Hybrid working supporting your work-life balance.
• Enjoy 33 paid holiday days, including those needed bank holidays!
• Company Pension Scheme contribution of up to 8%.
• Stay healthy with our Healthcare Cash Plan.
• Life Insurance and group income protection scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Enjoy travel/season ticket loans and exclusive discounts from hundreds of retailers.
• Make a difference with our charity volunteer days.

At Clear Channel, we are committed to treating everyone with fairness and respect, regardless of their race, gender, age, ethnicity, background, sexual orientation, disability, or any other differences. We work hard to foster an inclusive environment, a place you can be yourself. We support reasonable adjustment requests from candidates and employees. If you're interested in joining us to shape the future of out-of-home media, we'd love to hear from you.

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