Procurement Category Manager - IT and Professional Services My client, a leading online learning platform s group is a strategic, commercially astute Procurement Category Manager to lead sourcing and category management for Professional Services (e.g., consulting, legal, audit) and Information Technology (software, hardware, cloud, managed services). This role is critical to optimizing value, mitigating risk, and … drive cost-effective outcomes. Supplier & Performance Management: Develop strategic supplier relationships and lead supplier performance reviews. Identify opportunities for supplier consolidation, innovation, and continuous improvement. Governance & Risk Management: Ensure procurement processes adhere to company policies, regulatory requirements, and risk management frameworks. Support third-party risk assessments, including cyber and data privacy evaluations for IT vendors. Savings & Reporting: Deliver year … Skills & Qualifications: Essential: Proven experience in category management and strategic sourcing across Professional Services and IT . Strong commercial negotiation skills and contract management expertise. Deep understanding of IT procurement trends including SaaS, cloud, licensing models, and digital transformation. Demonstrated ability to manage complex stakeholders and supplier relationships. Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and procurement tools (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba More ❯
City of London, London, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Bramwith Consulting
Senior ProcurementManager – BPO | Outsourced Managed Services | Global Blue Chip Household Name | £70,000 - £80,000 + Bonus & Strong Wider Package | West London (Hybrid) Are you a seasoned procurement leader with experience in outsourced services, BPO, or complex third-party delivery models? This is a high-impact opportunity to join a world-class, globally recognised brand, leading … strategic procurement across one of the most business-critical and customer-facing areas: outsourced contact centres and managed service providers. As Senior ProcurementManager, you'll take ownership of a significant multi-million-pound global spend across onshore, nearshore and offshore customer operations. These third-party partnerships are central to the business’s award-winning customer experience … and you’ll play a lead role in optimising their commercial, operational, and strategic performance. Partnering with senior stakeholders across Procurement, Commercial, Customer Service, and Technology, you'll drive supplier strategy, lead major contract negotiations, and play a key role in transforming the company's outsourced operating model. It’s a rare opportunity to operate at a high strategic More ❯
Interim Procurement Officer - ERP System Implementation Based in London, hybrid with 2 days per week onsite Length: 4 months initially Inside IR35 We are working with a London-based Local Authority to recruit an interim Procurement Officer, who will provide support for the procurement process for their new ERP system. Key Responsibilities of the Interim Procurement … of IT contracts with ERP delivery timelines Support legacy system decommissioning by reviewing contract registers and liaising with contract owners to ensure compliance Draft Gateway 2 reports across various procurement lots for review by the Procurement Lead Prepare programme board updates, including procurement-focused presentation materials Assist in requirements gathering and development of ITT documentation for upcoming … risks/issues/actions, and create dynamic presentation materials Support training material preparation, including contract management guidance and deliverables mapping Essential experience and knowledge required of the Interim Procurement Officer: Qualification in procurement or working towards one, e.g. CIPS Proven experience in local authority procurement with an understanding of procurement best practices and regulations Project More ❯
the ambition to grow to 100 sites during the next 3-4 years. Learn more about us: www.nlighten.com About the Role We are seeking an experienced and strategic Energy ProcurementManager to lead our energy sourcing efforts across all European operations. In this critical role, you will manage complex procurement activities, negotiate supplier contracts, support sustainability initiatives … effective energy solutions that align with nLighten’s broader sustainability and growth objectives. Key Responsibilities Energy Strategy & Planning Provide expert input into nLighten’s long-term energy strategy, aligning procurement with operational goals and sustainability vision. Conduct strategic assessments of current and projected energy requirements across our European footprint. Collaborate with the Director of Sustainability Projects on forward-looking … energy initiatives. Energy Procurement & Management Oversee energy portfolio management and procurement across multiple European markets. Build and maintain supplier relationships to secure competitive, reliable energy solutions. Negotiate energy contracts with a focus on risk mitigation, pricing optimization, and supply continuity. Support the negotiation of renewable energy power purchase agreements (PPAs). Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements across all More ❯
Methods are looking for an experienced Senior ProcurementManager ideally with Railway Experience in signalling preferably digital. Contract London or York - 3 Days In Office Immediate Start 6 Months You Will: Sound knowledge of the relevant supplier marketplace Knowledge of E- Procurement (Bravo) Essential Sound commercial aptitude and sound knowledge of relevant Supplier Market. Varied and successful … procurement and contracts background with experience of negotiation and developing and implementing procurement and contract strategies. Ability to communicate strategies and concepts simply and effectively and to persuade and influence stakeholders. Knowledge of EU Procurement Directives. Awareness of contract requirements safety and contract requirements environment. Key Accountabilities Develop, and continually enhance, project specific procurement strategies that … compliment the National Programme Strategy and maintain security of supply and value for money and performance for a range of contracts. Perform the full range of procurement and contracting activities including pre-qualification, tender management, negotiation and preparation of contracts. Provide procurement advice on an asset wide basis relating to specific portfolio issues. Support pre-contract procurementMore ❯
Senior Category Manager - IT & Indirects | £70,000 to £75,000 | 10% bonus | full corporate benefits package | London - 1 or 2 days in the office per week | A global provider of technology systems, platforms and software This is a really exciting and unique opportunity to join a global group business, who own multiple brands to report directly into the the … newly appointed Global Procurement Director. You will be initially managing a large UK spend focusing heavily towards IT/Technology, but still managing and looking after more generalist spend; Professional Services, Marketing, FM, Travel, HR. The plan for this person and a key objective is to start looking at the spend across the group globally and implementing wider strategies … market knowledge Build relationships with key stakeholders to ensure a rounded knowledge of a suppliers performance Monitor supplier risk and performance through reporting tools and business feedback Be a Procurement role model by living company values, consistently delivering to the high standards expected, promoting procurement through relationships On top over delivering strategic projects, ensure the business is getting More ❯
Role Title: SAP Sourcing & Procurement Functional Senior Manager Location: London Salary: Competitive salary and package dependent on experience Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply … with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us.” – Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO In our team you will: As an SAP Sourcing & Procurement leader at Accenture, you will be an integral part of growing the Ariba UK & Ireland practice and delivering large scale Source to Pay transformations. In this senior role you … combined with your in-depth Ariba expertise will be key to effectively serving our clients. This role will give you the opportunity to support global companies achieve their Sourcing & Procurement ambitions and to shape new deals. We are looking for experience in the following skills: · 10+ years of SAP Sourcing & Procurement experience · At least 5 full lifecycle implementations More ❯
Procurement Systems Manager - North West London £50,000 - £60,00k Our client a leading waste management business is hiring for a dynamic and ambitious Procurement Systems Manager for their office in North London. The role will be responsible for the visibility of spend data and reporting analytics into the Procurement Function. Your core responsibilities Manage … the integrity of the Procurement Spend Cube, including cleansing of data with the Category Management Team Manage and maintain the supplier database and onboarding processes within D365. Developing product items, punch out catalogues and continuous improvement opportunities in relation to the procurement function within D365. Responsible for setting data standards and SOPs to improve integrity of product items …/catalogues within D365. Maintain and promote usage of other Procurement systems, including e-RFX (and e-Auctions) and contract management systems. Our essential requirements Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (formerly known as Dynamics AX), or other similar ERP systems. Knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate) This role will be ideal for More ❯
Job Title: ProcurementManager Location: London, UK Industry: Financial Services Category Focus: IT (Primary) & generalist non IT categories Overview: We are currently partnering with a leading financial services firm in London to recruit a ProcurementManager with strong experience in IT Category Management. This is a key role within a dynamic procurement function, offering the … opportunity to lead strategic sourcing initiatives across the IT space (software, hardware, cloud, services) while also supporting broader, generalist procurement activity. Key Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end procurement for the IT category Support procurement across other categories such as professional services, facilities, and HR as needed Collaborate with senior stakeholders across technology and business units Drive cost … efficiencies, risk management, and compliance with procurement policies Monitor supplier performance and build long-term strategic relationships Ideal Candidate Profile: Proven track record in IT procurement within financial services or a regulated industry Broader procurement experience across other indirect categories Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Commercial acumen with the ability to manage complex supplier contracts CIPS More ❯
Global IT ProcurementManager – World-Leading Tech & Innovation Business London (Hybrid, 1–2 Days in Office) £75,000 + 15% Bonus + Stock Options + Exceptional Flexibility Are you ready to take the reins of global IT procurement for one of the most respected and recognisable names in its industry ? This is a standout opportunity to not … only lead on high-impact, global projects but also play a pivotal role in elevating a maturing procurement function to new strategic heights. As Global IT ProcurementManager, you’ll step into a small, tight-knit team with full autonomy to drive procurement across diverse and complex IT subcategories – from infrastructure and cloud to software, services … and licensing. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders across global functions, delivering commercial value while helping to shape the future of procurement in a fast-moving, high-tech environment. Why this role stands out: Strategic ownership: Lead on major global IT procurement initiatives across a dynamic technology portfolio. Shape the future: Be part of a procurementMore ❯