Job Description
At Grant Thornton we do things differently – looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity, an inclusive culture and work‑life balance. A true alternative.
With over 5,000 people in the UK and a presence in 150 global markets, we’re on an ambitious journey, from great to exceptional, and we need the best people to help us achieve our potential. With that comes the opportunity to help redefine what our industry looks like and what you want from your career.
Procurement Manager
Flexible on GTUK location – hybrid working.
NEW GROUND WON’T BREAK ITSELF.
Every day, our teams help people in businesses and communities do what is right and achieve their goals.
Therefore, we are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to take our Procurement team to the next level within Grant Thornton. Having been created three years ago, Procurement has been increasing its influence. Working for the Senior Procurement Manager who reports to the Director of Procurement and Property, you will bring your experience to shape the function. Current supported areas are IT/digital, Properties & Facilities Management, Travel, Recruitment, Events and Marketing with the scope to support all spending as the team develops.
Procurement works with a wide range of subject‑matter experts across the firm to continually develop and improve procurement processes and third‑party risk management. This opportunity allows you to use your knowledge of best practices to drive the future of procurement at the firm. You will work with individuals passionate about our firm’s ESG, inclusion and diversity objectives.
We’re happy to discuss flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares, and we’ll support you to balance your work and life.
A look into the role
As a Procurement Manager within our team, you will:
* Be the Procurement lead on a variety of indirect spend projects across the business, influencing key stakeholders to define effective procurement strategies that ensure the firm receives best value and risk mitigation from responsible suppliers.
* Drive the continual development of procurement policies and processes, including third‑party due diligence and risk management, to ensure we partner with quality organisations that support our values.
* Act as a key part of the team to increase the visibility of procurement and identify opportunities to drive business performance.
* Adapt traditional procurement processes to a more agile, entrepreneurial organisation by working with engaged service‑line leaders.
* Drive the firm’s ESG strategy to support our commitment to SBTi and our supplier diversity programme.
* Support stakeholders and finance colleagues to meet business objectives within budget.
* Ensure accuracy of procurement data (contracts database, spend data, activity tracker).
Knowing you’re right for us
Joining us as a Procurement Manager requires extensive experience in indirect procurement and the ability to translate procurement best practice into policies and processes. It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box – we’ll help you develop along the way.
* You’ll be a great communicator and relationship builder.
* You’ll be commercially astute, proactive and have proven negotiation experience.
* You’d ideally have experience in professional services, partnerships or financial services.
* You’ll have experience of supplier management, third‑party assurance and risk management.
* You’ll have experience of ESG & I&D within the supply chain.
* You’ll have experience in Digital & IT procurement, ideally software and hardware.
Knowing we’re right for you
Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people. We never settle for what is easy; we look beyond to deliver the right thing for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues, helps people perform at their best and realise their potential.
Our open and accessible culture means you’ll interact with leaders interested in you and everything you bring. The things that set you apart are valued. That’s why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.
Beyond the job
Life is more than work. The people you’re with outside of work matter, so we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all roles, and we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.
The impact you can make here goes far beyond your day job. From secondments to fundraising for local charities, to investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll give back to society. It’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our firm’s values – purposefully driven, actively curious, candid but kind.
We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It’s how it should be.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
Accounting
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