Strategic Sourcing Lead — Professional Services

Chain IQ; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Chain IQ in London, UK, is seeking a Sourcing Professional Services Consultant to lead end-to-end sourcing for consultancy, tax, legal, HR, and marketing across global clients. You will manage strategy, supplier negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver measurable commercial value.

The role blends procurement expertise with consulting-style project delivery, driving cost savings and risk reduction while supporting procurement transformation initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Finance, Economics or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, category management or strategic sourcing.
• Experience managing sourcing events and supplier negotiations.
• Strong commercial acumen with a structured and analytical approach to problem solving.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Experience reviewing or supporting contractual and commercial documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives across the Professional Services category.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and client requirements.
• Manage competitive sourcing events including RFIs, RFPs, RFQs and e-auctions.
• Build trusted relationships with internal stakeholders, clients and suppliers.
• Lead commercial and contractual negotiations to deliver cost savings and business value.
• Draft, review and manage contractual documentation using approved templates and standards.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of sourcing projects.
• Monitor market trends, supplier capabilities and category developments to identify opportunities and mitigate risk.
• Manage multiple sourcing initiatives simultaneously while maintaining quality and meeting agreed timelines.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and procurement transformation initiatives where appropriate.

Skills

Sourcing

Procurement

Category management

Negotiation

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Finance, Economics or a related field

Job description

Chain IQ in London, UK, is seeking a Sourcing Professional Services Consultant to lead end-to-end sourcing for consultancy, tax, legal, HR, and marketing across global clients. You will manage strategy, supplier negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver measurable commercial value.

The role blends procurement expertise with consulting-style project delivery, driving cost savings and risk reduction while supporting procurement transformation initiatives.