Strategic Procurement Manager – IGAs & Innovation

Canada Life Limited; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known financial services company is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead supplier management and strategy. This role involves engaging with business leaders, negotiating Intragroup Agreements (IGAs), driving innovation, and managing supplier risks. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and advanced capabilities in MS Excel. This position supports both local and global procurement strategies while ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. Join a dynamic team to contribute to effective supplier management.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial services and knowledge of the regulatory environment.
• Strong presentation skills for engaging stakeholders.
• Proven experience in procurement in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Engage with the business to support strategy through supplier management.
• Lead commercial discussions for Intragroup Agreements (IGAs).
• Support business leaders and contract owners in executing deals.
• Drive innovation and commercial value.
• Collaborate with global procurement teams.
• Assess supplier risks at the point of contract.
• Ensure procurement methodology and data integrity.
• Manage governance contract actions and ensure timely closures.

Skills

Strategic agility

Senior level negotiation skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Business planning skills

Knowledge of contract law

Advanced user of MS Excel

Education

Educated to degree level or equivalent

MCIPS qualified (or studying towards)

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Visio

Job description

A well-known financial services company is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead supplier management and strategy. This role involves engaging with business leaders, negotiating Intragroup Agreements (IGAs), driving innovation, and managing supplier risks. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and advanced capabilities in MS Excel. This position supports both local and global procurement strategies while ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. Join a dynamic team to contribute to effective supplier management.