Lotus Cars builds world-class, high-performance and lightweight sports cars that are sold all around the world. To bring the company to the level we want it to be, we are looking for a Procurement Manager - MarComms & Creative Services in the Purchasing Department to join us in our Global Commercial HQ based in London. Summary: Procurement within Lotus Technology Innovative Limited (LTIL) are going through a period of enormous transformation – we are enabling Digital Procurement Solutions, embedding processes and building an organisation to deliver this. This role sits at the centre of the global LTIL Procurement organisation – in a newly-created team, who will act as internal procurement consultants to a growing business As a Procurement Manager you report directly to the Senior Procurement Manager, responsible for sourcing strategy, supplier selection, negotiation and contract execution. Sales, Marketing, Design, Brand and PR are core functions with LTIL and this role supports those functions globally. What you'll do: Procurement of a broad range of mainly MarComms & Creative Services across LTIL Media, Digital, PR, Events, Sponsorship, Brand, Content and Influencers are among the largest areas of focus Depending on the needs of the business, there will be requirements to work on other Indirect and internal procurement transformation work from time to time Part of an international team, focusing on executing high-priority procurement projects Work on small number of discrete projects simultaneously, extracting the highest value and moving on to the next priority Build, Maintain and manage supplier relationships and keep up good communications. Conduct RFX’s and bidding processes. Negotiate terms and set up contracts together with our legal team Manage risk assessments of external agencies. The successful candidate will need to navigate a complex stakeholder environment, where process and governance are maturing. Our recent listing on the NYSE places an urgency on the business to strike the balance with robust systems & processes and enabling us to grow as an organisation. What you'll bring: Manage resources allocated to projects and / or work alone as a procurement subject matter expert Able to manage time effectively, prioritise and achieve set tasks. Experience across a broad range of Marcomms & Creative Services procurement categories across different geographies Excellent communicator capable of establishing solid, professional relationships Innovative mindset, able to generate new ideas and translate them into tangible results Comfort with change, the ability to lean into uncertainty, be flexible and adaptable throughout Experienced in RFQ processes, bidding management and supplier relationship management Experience gained within Automotive / Manufacturing / Technology sectors These roles would suit particularly individuals with a blend of PE/consultancy/startup experience, where variety and pace are high; and experience of what 'good' looks like in a mature organisation Ability to formulate and present recommendations to senior stakeholders Experience of broader Indirects categories or the confidence to operate outside of core category knowledge. What we offer: In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to the following benefits (if based in London): 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays Hybrid working 6% pension contribution Discretionary annual bonus scheme, based on your contribution and the performance of the company Private Healthcare Access to the Employee Car Ownership Scheme Group income protection based on length of service Paid time off for medical appointments Family Friendly policies Exclusive Employee discount, wellbeing and recognition platform ForUSLOT Additional Information: This role will be working from our London Global Commercial HQ. Candidates must be eligible to work in London without VISA sponsorship. This role will primarily be based in the UK, with some travel to our regions in 2024. The role is based in Farringdon, the successful candidate will expected to be on-site 3 days pw Our Company: Group Lotus is a leading sports car manufacturer with a 75-year long history of iconic designs, groundbreaking engineering and legendary victories on the F1 track. Today we are transforming into a truly global performance car brand focused on the electrical future. In 2022 we launched the Eletre, the world’s first all-electric hyper-SUV, and in 2023 Emeya, our fully-electric Hyper-GT. By 2026 Lotus will produce three more all-electric lifestyle models that change the game. As part of the Lotus team, you push boundaries. Those of the car industry and of your own. Every member of the Lotus family has some of the pioneering mindset of founder Colin Chapman in them. We're not just a car company; we're a diverse mix of talent from all walks of life. At Lotus Cars, we firmly believe that diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords but essential pillars of a thriving and successful organization. Read more here: Equity, Diversity & Inclusion in Lotus Cars. Do you want to know what Sophisticated, Rebellious and Pioneering mean for Lotus? Come and take a look at our career site and join the incredible adventure: STEP OUTSIDE THE ORDINARY - Lotus Cars