Strategic Procurement Lead – Financial Services (Hybrid)

1st Executive; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement consultancy is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to play a pivotal role in developing their Greenfield Procurement function, working closely with a new Head of Procurement. The position requires substantial experience within financial services, particularly in private equity or consultancy, and involves significant stakeholder engagement. Applicants should be commercially astute and possess strong negotiation skills. This role offers a hybrid work model, requiring three days a week in the office.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in a financial services setting, preferably in private equity firms or consultancy.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and principles.
• Self-motivated with a focus on delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop key stakeholder relationships and position Procurement as a value-add business partner.
• Drive commercial value across business-critical Procurement projects.
• Negotiate contracts effectively within a regulatory environment.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Influencing skills

Leadership

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree qualified

Job description

A leading procurement consultancy is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to play a pivotal role in developing their Greenfield Procurement function, working closely with a new Head of Procurement. The position requires substantial experience within financial services, particularly in private equity or consultancy, and involves significant stakeholder engagement. Applicants should be commercially astute and possess strong negotiation skills. This role offers a hybrid work model, requiring three days a week in the office.