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Procurement Lead, Watford, Hertfordshire
Client: The Curve Group
Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views:
3
Posted:
26.06.2025
Expiry Date:
10.08.2025
Job Description:
Senior Procurement Specialist
4 Month Fixed Term Contract
UK Remote with occasional travel
Our client, established in 1996, provides flexible finance to SMEs across the UK. Over 20 years, they have grown into one of the country's largest independent finance houses, delivering innovative finance solutions through teamwork and technology.
They are seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist for a 4-month Fixed Term Contract to lead the selection and implementation of a new core business system, a critical project to streamline operations and support growth.
The successful candidate will act as a consultant, managing the end-to-end procurement process, ensuring compliance, minimizing risk, and securing value.
Role responsibilities:
* Develop procurement strategy and plan for system selection
* Lead RFI/RFP development and evaluate vendors
* Negotiate contracts and ensure FCA compliance
* Serve as procurement lead and stakeholder contact
* Support project delivery with the Programme Manager
* Bring 7–10+ years in strategic procurement, especially enterprise software
* Deep knowledge of contract law, procurement practices, and vendor negotiations
* Experience in financial services, asset finance a plus
* Strong stakeholder engagement, commercial skills, and project management
* Ideally MCIPS-qualified
Why work here?
They offer a collaborative environment where everyone can contribute, share ideas, and be heard. They value their people and foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.
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