Title: Procurement Manager (12 Month FTC)
Sector: Financial Services
Location: London/Hybrid
Salary & Package: £70,000 - £77,000 + bonus + a further strong benefits package
Sea Global are proud to be partnering with one of the leading Financial Services Groups in the world. They are currently in the latter stages of a big transformation, which has resulted in this exciting Procurement Manager vacancy. You will be responsible for overseeing the procurement of goods and services in line with the businesses strategic and operational objectives.
They are looking for someone who has experience within the Financial Services or a similar industry who is comfortable leading end-to-end procurement, category management, vendor and contract management, compliance, and stakeholder relationship management. This role is a 12-month contract to perm position; the client’s preference is a candidate who is immediately available or has a short notice period. Please read on and get in touch if you want to discuss further:
Role & Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver category strategies that align with business goals through informed market insights.
* Select, negotiate, and manage vendor relationships and contracts to optimise value, mitigate risk, and ensure compliance with performance and regulatory standards.
* Lead end-to-end procurement operations in line with best practices, ensuring transparency, governance, and adherence to all legal and ethical requirements.
* Enhance procurement performance by driving cost savings, monitoring KPIs, and improving spend efficiency to support overall financial objectives.
* Work closely with internal stakeholders to align procurement activities with strategic initiatives and provide expert advice on sourcing and vendor engagement.
Experience & Requirements
* Experience in end-to-end procurement, sourcing, and category management
* Excellent understanding of procurement policies and procedures
* Proven experience of contract management and negotiating terms
* Strong communication skills and can demonstrate influencing senior management
* Ideally will be degree and MCIPS qualified