Strategic Indirect Procurement Lead

RBW Consulting; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Benefits package

Hybrid working

Job summary

RBW Consulting is recruiting a Procurement Manager for a leading global biopharmaceutical organisation in the UK. This hybrid role focuses on indirect spend, professional services and contingent workforce solutions, partnering with stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies and manage supplier relationships.

You will negotiate contracts, lead governance, drive cost savings and risk mitigation, and contribute to procurement strategy in a highly regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in indirect procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management.
• Strong supplier relationship management and contract negotiation skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies across indirect spend categories.
• Lead supplier sourcing, selection, negotiations, and contract management.
• Manage procurement projects relating to professional services and contingent labour providers.
• Drive supplier performance, cost optimisation, and risk mitigation initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across multiple business functions.
• Support procurement governance and ensure compliance with internal policies and processes.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational efficiencies.

Skills

Indirect procurement

Strategic sourcing

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree or CIPS qualification

Job description

RBW Consulting is recruiting a Procurement Manager for a leading global biopharmaceutical organisation in the UK. This hybrid role focuses on indirect spend, professional services and contingent workforce solutions, partnering with stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies and manage supplier relationships.

You will negotiate contracts, lead governance, drive cost savings and risk mitigation, and contribute to procurement strategy in a highly regulated environment.