Procurement Manager
Walkers
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: London • United Kingdom
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About the role
- Own the procurement process for WPS and ensure that all governance and diligence is applied when reviewing or on-boarding suppliers.
- Refine and streamline the supplier engagement and on-boarding process.
- Create a renewal roadmap allowing WPS to adequately plan renegotiations, renewals and recommend when appropriate for RFPs.
- Work with supplier relationship owners to provide support and guidance in ongoing supplier management.
- Liaise with the business support teams to ensure new suppliers are thoroughly checked before on-boarding takes place.
- Own and drive the RFI and RFP process including creating templates.
- Carry out regular pricing reviews and contribute to the annual budgeting process.
- Review proposals and Statements of Work to ensure they meet the expectations of WPS.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field.
- MCIPS or equivalent professional designation preferred.
- Relevant experience of working in a centralised procurement role, preferably with a global reach and within financial services.
- Experience in negotiating and co-terming complex contracts.
- A methodical, thorough attention to detail with a nous for identifying mistakes in supplier pricing proposals.
- Proven track record in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management.
- Strong financial acumen and ability to interpret complex data for decision-making.
- Proficiency in procurement systems and digital tools.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation included.
- Training and development opportunities.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
procurementsupplier managementcontract negotiationstrategic sourcingpricing reviewsbudgetingRFI processRFP processdata interpretationattention to detail
Soft Skills
methodicalthoroughfinancial acumenguidancesupportcommunicationrelationship management
Certifications
Bachelor’s degreeMCIPS