Senior Procurement Manager

Investigo; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global software development and IT services organization seeks a Senior Procurement Manager to join their newly formed procurement function. This role involves strategic sourcing, vendor management, and collaboration across various departments to optimize procurement processes while managing cost-effectiveness and compliance.

Benefits

Flexible working (2 days a week in Birmingham)

Excellent benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and vendor management.
• Strong negotiation skills and understanding of contract law.
• Ability to collaborate with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for HR & professional services.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers, managing risks effectively.
• Monitor vendor performance ensuring compliance and efficiency.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Vendor Management

Contract Negotiation

Risk Mitigation

Stakeholder Collaboration

Cost Optimization

Budget Management

Job description

Investigo is currently partnered with a global software development and IT services organisation, which is searching for a Senior Procurement Manager to join their team, responsible for their Professional Services and HR spend.

You will become part of a recently formed procurement function at an exciting time for the business, as they enter a new phase of strategy and growth.

As a Senior Procurement Manager, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

1. Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Management – Develop and execute procurement strategies for HR & professional services, ensuring cost-effectiveness, compliance, and alignment with business objectives.
2. Contract Negotiation & Risk Mitigation – Lead negotiations with suppliers for recruitment, training, consulting, and other professional services, securing favourable terms while managing contractual risks.
3. Stakeholder Collaboration – Partner with HR, finance, and legal teams to understand business needs, optimise service delivery, and drive continuous improvement in procurement processes.
4. Supplier Performance & Compliance – Monitor and assess vendor performance, ensuring adherence to SLAs, regulatory requirements, and corporate policies.
5. Cost Optimization & Budget Management – Identify opportunities for cost savings, process efficiencies, and value-added initiatives while managing budgets and procurement spend effectively.

What's on offer?

• £85,000 salary + bonus
• Flexible working (2 days a week in Birmingham)
• Excellent benefits package

If this is of interest, please APPLY or contact Andrew Docwra at Investigo for further information.