Services Procurement Manager

Guidant; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in London seeks a Procurement Lead to manage SOW procurement, stakeholder engagement, and supplier performance. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in contract negotiation and an understanding of IR35 regulations. This is a hybrid position with opportunities for travel across the UK. Join an inclusive and supportive team focused on delivering strategic procurement solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in SOW procurement, contract negotiation, and supplier management.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, particularly with senior clients.
• Deep understanding of IR35, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead SOW procurement and performance management for a key client.
• Manage stakeholder relationships as the go-to expert for SOW structuring.
• Run competitive procurements, negotiate contracts, and manage change controls.

Skills

Procurement expertise

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Understanding of IR35

SAP Fieldglass proficiency

Tools

SAP Fieldglass

Job description

Services Procurement Manager

Location: London, hybrid with occasional travel to other UK locations

As a Procurement Lead with one of our top clients, you will be responsible for pipeline management, Statement of Work procurement, and performance management for our valued client.

Key Objectives of the Role:

• Lead SOW procurement and performance management for a key client.
• Own stakeholder relationships and act as the go-to expert for SOW structuring.
• Run competitive procurements, negotiate contracts, and manage change controls.
• Oversee supplier onboarding, governance, and performance metrics.
• Drive continuous improvement, compliance, and operational excellence.
• Provide strategic leadership to a team of Professional Services Coordinators.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

• Proven experience in SOW procurement, contract negotiation, and supplier management.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including with senior client contacts.
• Deep understanding of IR35, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance.
• Commercial acumen and the ability to drive cost-effective outcomes.
• Proficiency in SAP Fieldglass or similar VMS platforms.
• A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset with a passion for excellence.

Why should you join

At Guidant Global, we're on a mission to change our industry for the better. We believe that our people are our biggest asset and strategic advantage. We are real people, recruiting real people. We encourage our people to bring their authentic selves to work, so they can feel their best every day. At Guidant Global, we're people-centric to our core.

If you're looking for a career with purpose, autonomy, and progression, join us on our journey. Together, we can shape the future of work with our A Better Way approach.

We welcome applications from individuals requiring varying levels of flexibility; our supportive and highly experienced team will provide you with the full details of the role.

You are guaranteed an interview if you can demonstrate that you meet the role requirements above and have a disability/long-term health condition—just tell us when applying for the role. Our interview guarantee also applies to current reservists, ex-armed forces personnel, or forces spouses. We also recognize the value people with previous convictions can bring to society and are proud to be a "Ban the Box" employer.

We genuinely care about creating a diverse and inclusive team and welcome people from all backgrounds, with different perspectives and experiences. We cannot, and will never, discriminate against anyone based on race, ethnicity, national origin, colour, sex, gender identity, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion, beliefs, disability status, family or parental status, age, marriage, and civil partnerships, pregnancy, and maternity. At Guidant Global, everyone has the freedom to give their opinion, build their career path, and be part of a cooperative and supportive team. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know. In your application, feel free to note which pronouns you use.