Senior Procurement Manager

JR United Kingdom; Chesterfield; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading technology and entertainment company as a Senior Procurement Manager, where you'll drive procurement strategies and manage key supplier relationships. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to contribute to a 5-year strategic vision in a dynamic hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Procurement Manager in a global business.
• Experience in supplier relationship management onshore and offshore, including BPO.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with a track record of negotiating major supplier agreements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for call and contact centres.
• Drive end-to-end procurement processes, managing supplier negotiations and performance tracking.
• Engage with key stakeholders and manage escalations to align procurement goals.

Skills

Supplier Relationship Management

Stakeholder Management

Negotiation

Strategic Sourcing

Job description

Job Title: Senior Procurement Manager

Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 + Bonus and Benefits

Location: London, Hybrid Working

Industry: Technology and Entertainment

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a globally recognised, multi-billion technology and entertainment company renowned for its innovation, creativity, and cutting-edge experiences.

In this pivotal role, you will play a key part in making their 5-year strategic vision become a reality by driving long-term value while transforming and innovating procurement strategies supported by a £100bn annual spend. You’ll bring together the right people, products, and services to help create the technologies and immersive experiences that define this industry-leading business.

As part of an ambitious procurement transformation, the company is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to lead a high-performing team and take ownership of strategic sourcing, BPO, and offshoring. You will manage key supplier relationships and collaborate with senior stakeholders across the business with no line management responsibility.

This is a highly visible role combining strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and stakeholder engagement—positioning you at the heart of a fast-evolving, creative enterprise where procurement is a key enabler of innovation and growth.

The company follows a three-day in-office policy to foster a collaborative work environment, while also recognising and supporting the need for flexibility among its employees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for call and contact centres, using your industry knowledge whilst aligning with the company’s long-term goals and targets.
• Drive end-to-end procurement processes, including supplier negotiations, contract optimisation, cross-functional alignment, and performance tracking.
• Achieve significant cost savings and reduce risks through effective sourcing and procurement practices.
• Own strategic relationship management, including engaging with key internal stakeholders and key suppliers.
• Manage escalations to ensure business needs are met and procurement goals are aligned with broader business objectives.

What You'll Bring:

• Previous experience working as a Procurement Manager in a global business.
• MUST have experience in supplier relationship management both onshore and offshore, including BPO.
• Outstanding stakeholder management skills, with experience negotiating major agreements with suppliers.
• Able to work from their office in London 3 days a week.
• Experience with call and contact centres.

If you're ready for a new and exciting opportunity in your procurement career, contact Megan at [emailprotected] to find out more and apply confidentially.