Strategic Finance Manager - Procurement & Strategy

Marc Daniels; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Greater London is seeking a Finance Manager - Procurement for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The ideal candidate will have experience in procurement, contract review, and financial analysis while partnering with senior stakeholders. Responsibilities include budgeting, performance management, and driving cost optimization. This role offers exposure to senior leadership with progression opportunities for future permanent positions. Strong analytical and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing cost performance, strategic sourcing impact, and/or capital investment.
• Strong background in contract review and supplier agreements.
• Experience analysing customer usage data and consumption trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and performance management.
• Provide financial stewardship over capital projects.
• Review and analyse supplier contracts and agreements.
• Analyse customer usage and revenue patterns.
• Build and enhance cost-performance dashboards.
• Partner with leaders to drive cost optimisation.
• Guide investment decisions through analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to standardise processes.
• Present insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

Skills

Cost performance management

Contract review

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Financial modelling

Leadership

Communication

Job description

A leading financial services company in Greater London is seeking a Finance Manager - Procurement for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The ideal candidate will have experience in procurement, contract review, and financial analysis while partnering with senior stakeholders. Responsibilities include budgeting, performance management, and driving cost optimization. This role offers exposure to senior leadership with progression opportunities for future permanent positions. Strong analytical and leadership skills are essential.