Sourcing Manager

Pontoon; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global employment consultancy seeks a Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing and procurement activities within the financial technology sector. This role requires expertise in contract management and excellent stakeholder engagement skills. You will ensure smooth transitions and oversee contract transfers while optimizing supplier performance. The position offers a generous salary, medical insurance, and a hybrid working environment for work-life balance. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovation and excellence in serving clients worldwide.

Benefits

Regular salary and pension contributions

Generous holiday and sick pay

Medical insurance and life insurance

Access to discounted benefits

Online training materials

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in sourcing and procurement within financial services or insurance.
• Proven track record in leading novations, assignments, and supplier exit programmes.
• Strong understanding of contract law, governance, and cross-border regulatory considerations.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, multi-contract change activities across various portfolios.
• Partner closely with stakeholders and coordinate dependencies across the organisation.
• Own the planning and execution for contract transfers and novations.

Skills

Sourcing expertise

Stakeholder management

Contract law knowledge

Analytical prowess

Verbal communication skills

Education

Professional qualifications (CIPS)

Job description

Join Our Client as a Sourcing Manager!

Location: Leeds / Hybrid
Contract Type: 6 months
Annual Salary: From 65,000 + Extensive Benefits

Are you an experienced Sourcing Manager ready to make a significant impact in the world of Financial Technology? Our client, a global leader in financial services, is on the lookout for a talented individual to join their dynamic team. With a focus on innovation and excellence, they empower businesses to manage payments seamlessly across 146 countries and 135 currencies.

What you'll do

• Lead complex, multi-contract change activities across the Insurance, Pensions & Investment (IP&I) portfolios, ensuring smooth transitions and value maintenance.
• Partner closely with stakeholders and coordinate dependencies across the organisation.
• Own the end-to-end planning and execution for contract transfers, novations, and exits, including commercial strategy, risk assessment, and governance.
• Negotiate commercial terms and manage supplier performance to optimise cost and mitigate risk.
• Maintain robust contract lifecycle documentation and provide executive‑ready updates on progress and decisions.
• Identify and implement process improvements for repeatable and well‑controlled transitions.

What you'll bring

• Deep expertise in sourcing and procurement within financial services or insurance.
• Proven track record in leading novations, assignments, and supplier exit programmes.
• Strong understanding of contract law, governance, and cross‑border regulatory considerations.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and drive outcomes.
• Commercial acumen, analytical prowess, and outstanding written/verbal communication skills.
• Professional qualifications (e.g., CIPS) are advantageous.

Why join us

• Regular salary and pension contributions
• Generous holiday and sick pay
• Medical insurance, income protection, critical illness, and life insurance
• Access to a discounted benefits website
• Online training materials and future career certification opportunities

Working pattern

You’ll enjoy a full‑time role with a hybrid working pattern, spending a minimum of 2 days per week in the office. Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm – a fantastic work‑life balance!

Application process

Excited to take on this incredible opportunity? Please apply with your up‑to‑date CV, showcasing your relevant experience. If you don’t hear from us within 48 hours, it means we may not be moving forward with your application this time. However, we may keep your details on file for future vacancies.

You’ll be part of Ajilon (Adecco), a FTSE500 global organisation with numerous prestigious clients. As an Ajilon Consultant, you will benefit from a regular salary and an array of perks.

A fair opportunity for all

We utilise generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process, ensuring a fair and consistent experience for everyone. Rest assured, all final decisions are made thoughtfully by our hiring team.

Join us in shaping the future of commerce!
Apply now and embark on a rewarding journey with our client!

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone’s chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.