Senior Procurement, Supplier Governance Manager

DWF

Procurement & Supplier Governance Senior Manager leading indirect procurement strategy and supplier management at DWF. Collaborating across UK and international offices to drive value and improve supplier governance.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeManchester • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading indirect procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost savings while ensuring compliance and governance. Proven ability to enhance procurement processes and reporting through data-driven decision-making and strong stakeholder engagement.

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Indirect Procurement LeadershipSupplier ManagementProcurement GovernanceStakeholder ManagementData-Driven Decision Making

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Hard Skills

Indirect ProcurementCategory Strategy DevelopmentSupplier Tender ProcessesCost OptimizationProcurement ReportingSpend AnalysisSupplier Due DiligenceThird-Party Risk ManagementProcurement Process ImprovementContract Renewals

Soft Skills

Strong Negotiation SkillsInfluencing SkillsPeople LeadershipTeam DevelopmentExcellent Communication

Industry Keywords

Professional ServicesLegalFinancial ServicesProcurement ControlsAMLSanctions Screening

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead DWF's indirect procurement strategy, driving value, cost savings and stronger commercial outcomes.
Manage indirect spend across key categories including IT, facilities, recruitment and professional services.
Develop category strategies, sourcing plans and supplier tender processes.
Partner with stakeholders to support supplier selection, negotiations and procurement decisions.
Drive supplier management, contract renewals and cost optimisation initiatives.
Maintain supplier governance, onboarding processes and procurement controls.
Oversee supplier due diligence and third-party risk management activities.
Work closely with Legal, Risk, Compliance and Finance to strengthen procurement policies and controls.
Develop procurement reporting and spend analysis to support business decision-making.
Improve procurement processes, systems and automation opportunities.
Lead and develop the procurement team, ensuring high service standards and data quality.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience leading indirect procurement in a complex, international business.
Background in professional services, legal, financial services or a similar environment.
Proven ability to deliver savings and improve supplier arrangements.
Experience across areas such as IT, facilities, recruitment and professional services.
Good knowledge of procurement governance, supplier controls and third-party risk.
Experience with AML, sanctions screening and supplier due diligence.
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
Confident negotiator with strong commercial awareness.
Able to use data to support decisions and reporting.
Experience improving procurement processes, reporting and ways of working.
Strong people leadership and team development skills.
Excellent communication skills and credibility with senior stakeholders.

Benefits

Comp & perks

We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.
We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed.