Strategic Procurement Lead (Contract) – Global Sourcing

Planet Pharma; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma is seeking an experienced Strategic Procurement Manager on a contract basis until July 2027. The role supports multiple business functions across international regions, focusing on strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier partnerships rather than transactional purchasing.

You will own spend categories across Marketing, Medical, Sales, and Corporate Services; lead tendering, negotiate contracts, build supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with governance and

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic sourcing and category management across multiple spend categories.
• Proven ability to lead competitive procurement processes and supplier negotiations.
• Strong commercial acumen with contract management and supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across key spend categories.
• Manage end-to-end tendering and competitive sourcing activities.
• Develop and implement category strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Negotiate commercial agreements and contracts with suppliers.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, driving performance and value creation.
• Partner with business stakeholders to establish preferred supplier strategies.
• Provide commercial guidance and procurement expertise across the organisation.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate supplier-related risks.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, governance standards, and financial controls.
• Manage multiple sourcing projects simultaneously while delivering to agreed timelines.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Supplier negotiations

Stakeholder engagement

Procurement governance

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Independent work

MS Office

Digital/AI tools

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience

Job description

Planet Pharma is seeking an experienced Strategic Procurement Manager on a contract basis until July 2027. The role supports multiple business functions across international regions, focusing on strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier partnerships rather than transactional purchasing.

You will own spend categories across Marketing, Medical, Sales, and Corporate Services; lead tendering, negotiate contracts, build supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with governance and