Strategic Procurement Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Collaborative team environment

Opportunity to drive strategy

Job summary

A leading global organisation is seeking a Strategic Procurement Manager based in London. This hybrid role involves driving category strategy and procurement excellence across the EUCAN region. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in strategic procurement, with strong stakeholder management and communication skills. This position offers flexibility and the chance to shape procurement strategy in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in strategic and operational procurement.
• Proven track record in cost reduction and value improvement.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement regional category strategies for procurement.
• Manage sourcing projects and process improvements.
• Act as primary business partner for UK & Ireland.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Stakeholder management

Cost reduction

Communication

Process improvement

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Strategic Procurement Manager

Location: London, UK (Hybrid – 2 days in office)

About the Role

Our client, a leading global organisation, is seeking a Strategic Procurement Manager to drive category strategy and procurement excellence across the EUCAN region. This is a high-impact, regional role focused on delivering value, innovation, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and implement regional category strategies for market-facing spend categories.
• Manage sourcing projects, demand management, and process improvements to achieve procurement targets.
• Act as the primary business partner for UK & Ireland, ensuring alignment of procurement activities with local and regional needs.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and act as the single point of contact for procurement matters.
• Monitor and report on procurement activities, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• 10+ years’ experience in strategic and operational procurement, ideally in a global or regional context.
• Proven track record in cost reduction, value improvement, and leading cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
• Creative, innovative, and able to drive change in a complex environment.
• Willingness to travel occasionally (up to 10%).

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to shape procurement strategy at a regional level.
• Work with a dynamic, collaborative team in a global environment.
• Hybrid working model with flexibility.

Interested? Apply now for immediate consideration or contact James Allen on [phone] – [e-mail]

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