Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Lead

Arch Insurance; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurance firm is seeking a dynamic Category/Procurement Manager to enhance procurement strategies and supplier relationships. This role requires strong negotiation skills and the ability to deliver commercial value while supporting transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Business or Supply Chain and relevant experience in strategic procurement. This position aims to drive measurable value and support overarching business objectives within a complex global supply environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of cross-functional collaboration and strategic procurement initiatives.
• Experience in procurement transformation within digital and analytics environments.
• Familiarity with working alongside Technology/IT and customer-facing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing and category initiatives.
• Deliver measurable commercial value and support supplier relationship management.
• Monitor market trends to inform procurement decisions.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Analytical capabilities

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Business or Supply Chain

Professional accreditation such as MCIPS or CPSM

Job description

A leading global insurance firm is seeking a dynamic Category/Procurement Manager to enhance procurement strategies and supplier relationships. This role requires strong negotiation skills and the ability to deliver commercial value while supporting transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Business or Supply Chain and relevant experience in strategic procurement. This position aims to drive measurable value and support overarching business objectives within a complex global supply environment.