Senior Indirect Procurement Manager

Integra People Ltd; Flint; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Senior Indirect Procurement Manager to develop a global procurement strategy. You will manage multiple indirect categories and collaborate with stakeholders across various regions. The ideal candidate has extensive procurement experience, excellent negotiation skills, and a strong commercial background. This role offers opportunities to drive strategic sourcing initiatives and improve operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in indirect procurement, managing categories across regions and business units.
• Proven ability to lead complex sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations.
• Strong commercial and contractual management experience in a global corporate environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills at all organizational levels.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to derive insights from procurement and spend data.
• Background in manufacturing or industrial sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing and category management for indirect procurement.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies for cost efficiency and supplier innovation.
• Conduct market research, spend analysis, and risk assessments for sourcing decisions.
• Manage supplier relationships and contract negotiations.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Collaborate with internal departments for alignment and compliance.

Skills

Strategic and results-driven

Strong interpersonal and influencing abilities

Organized and capable of managing complex projects

Adaptable and resilient

Professional, ethical, and collaborative approach

Education

University degree or equivalent

Professional procurement certification (e.g., CIPS)

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Coupa

Excel

Job description

Role Overview

As a Senior Indirect Procurement Manager, you will lead the development and execution of a global indirect procurement strategy within a dynamic multinational organization. You will manage a wide portfolio of indirect categories, including professional services, facilities management, IT, logistics, travel, marketing, and corporate services.

The role requires collaboration with stakeholders across global regions—including Europe, the UK, North America, and Australasia—to drive value creation, implement strategic sourcing initiatives, and deliver operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing and category management for indirect procurement categories across multiple geographies.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies that align with global objectives for cost efficiency, risk management, and supplier innovation.
• Conduct market research, spend analysis, benchmarking, and risk assessments to support sourcing decisions.
• Manage supplier relationships, including contract negotiations, performance monitoring, and compliance.
• Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings, supplier rationalization, and process improvements.
• Collaborate with internal departments such as Finance, IT, Legal, and HR to ensure alignment and compliance.
• Oversee tender processes, develop RFPs, evaluate proposals, and negotiate commercial terms.
• Support ESG and sustainability objectives through ethical and responsible sourcing practices.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and supplier data across systems.
• Prepare reports and dashboards to inform decision-making at the leadership level.
• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of procurement tools, processes, and governance.

Experience & Qualifications

• Extensive experience in indirect procurement, managing categories across regions and business units.
• Proven ability to lead complex sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations.
• Strong commercial and contractual management experience in a global corporate environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills at all organizational levels.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to derive insights from procurement and spend data.
• Background in manufacturing or industrial sectors preferred.
• University degree or equivalent; professional procurement certification (e.g., CIPS) advantageous.
• Proficiency with procurement tools and platforms (e.g., SAP, Ariba, Coupa) and Excel.

Skills & Attributes

• Strategic and results-driven
• Strong interpersonal and influencing abilities
• Organized and capable of managing complex projects across time zones
• Adaptable and resilient, with a continuous improvement mindset
• Professional, ethical, and collaborative approach

Working Relationships

• Internal Stakeholders:
  • Finance, Legal, HR, and IT teams
  • Regional and Divisional Leaders
  • Operational and Plant Management
• External Stakeholders:
  • Strategic Suppliers
  • External Consultants and Legal Advisors