Senior Indirect Procurement Lead - Professional Services

PUMA SE; Coventry; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

PUMA SE is seeking an experienced Global Indirect Procurement Lead focused on Professional Services. You will drive sourcing strategies, provide senior stakeholder guidance, and optimize supplier performance across regions.

The role demands expertise in strategic sourcing, analytics, and vendor management within a fast-paced, global environment. The position supports independent sourcing processes, governance, and data-driven decision making, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, influence,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in indirect procurement.
• Exposure to Professional Services categories, strategic sourcing, senior stakeholder management, analytics, and supplier management.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage sourcing processes independently.
• Structured and detail-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive global indirect procurement initiatives for Professional Services.
• Act as a strategic sparring partner for Lead Buyers, Business Functions, and Regions.
• Manage and optimize sourcing activities within Professional Services categories, including supplier selection and contracting support.
• Develop and implement procurement best practices, processes, and governance standards.
• Support tool selection, data analytics, dashboards, and reporting for strategic initiatives.
• Prepare and present structured reporting on savings, supplier performance, and procurement KPIs.
• Facilitate best practice sharing across buyers, functions, and regions.
• Gather and interpret market and supplier data to support category strategies.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to capability building.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Analytics

Supplier management

Strategic sourcing

Vendor management

Independent working

Communication

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Contract Law/Procurement

Job description

PUMA SE is seeking an experienced Global Indirect Procurement Lead focused on Professional Services. You will drive sourcing strategies, provide senior stakeholder guidance, and optimize supplier performance across regions.

The role demands expertise in strategic sourcing, analytics, and vendor management within a fast-paced, global environment. The position supports independent sourcing processes, governance, and data-driven decision making, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, influence,