Strategic Indirect Procurement Lead (Hybrid)

RBW Consulting; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Flexible hybrid working

Job summary

RBW Consulting is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead sourcing and supplier management across indirect spend, with a focus on professional services and contingent workforce solutions. This role offers hybrid working in the UK, with exposure across the business and opportunities to influence procurement strategy.

You will partner with stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, drive cost savings, and ensure governance and compliance in a fast-paced, regulated

Qualifications

• Indirect procurement and strategic sourcing experience.
• Experience in professional services and contingent workforce spend.
• Strong supplier relationship management and contract negotiation skills.
• Proven cost savings delivery and commercial impact.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing abilities.
• Degree or relevant procurement qualification preferred (CIPS advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies across indirect spend categories.
• Lead supplier sourcing, selection, negotiations, and contract management activities.
• 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.

Skills

Indirect procurement

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Stakeholder management

Contract negotiations

Cost savings

Education

Degree in relevant field

CIPS qualification (advantage)

Job description

RBW Consulting is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead sourcing and supplier management across indirect spend, with a focus on professional services and contingent workforce solutions. This role offers hybrid working in the UK, with exposure across the business and opportunities to influence procurement strategy.

You will partner with stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, drive cost savings, and ensure governance and compliance in a fast-paced, regulated