Overview

We are seeking a talented Procurement Manager in London on a 12 month fixed term contract. The role necessitates collaborative working across S&W to ensure all third-party engagements enhance commercial and operational value to the business and its clients. The role is responsible for negotiating commercial deals with suppliers with the aim to reduce cost and improve service delivery. The ideal candidate will have experience of working within a fast-paced, dynamic procurement team and with a can-do attitude to see things through to completion. Actively manage supplier risk and performance to ensure continuity. The candidate will also be responsible for developing supplier relationships to ensure S&W is at the forefront of innovation.

Responsibilities

• Own the cradle-to-grave procurement process including ITT/RFPs, RFIs, RFQs
• Develop relationships with existing suppliers to reduce costs or provide an enhanced service whilst delivering innovation, sustainability, and benefit to the business
• Manage the Procurement Pipeline and Tracker to see projects through to completion
• Manage contract repository
• Conduct commercial and contract negotiations and implement appropriate tactics to achieve favorable outcomes
• Build strong relationships and collaborate with other teams such as Legal, Data Protection and Information Security to address and mitigate third-party risks
• Ensure all procurement activities undertaken are aligned with internal Procurement Policy & Procedures
• Own end-to-end strategic procurement across various indirect procurement categories
• Experience in Merger & Acquisition (desirable)

Qualifications

• Experience in end-to-end strategic procurement across various indirect procurement categories
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment; financial services background desirable
• Ability to influence and win over stakeholders
• Experience in environment-related improvements in relation to ESG desirable
• Experience in drafting and interpreting contracts and clauses essential
• Strong commercial negotiation skills
• Strong Supplier Relationship Management experience
• Sound understanding of procurement category management
• Creating and managing complex tender and benchmarking exercises
• Leveraging eSourcing platform to run, manage and report on tendering exercises
• Able to create appropriate commercial models to suit requirements in the category
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications
• Commercial awareness and acute business acumen
• Ability to analyse data to inform effective decision making
• Ability to prioritise workload to meet deadlines
• Attention to detail and good problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated with high energy to drive for results and meet deadlines
• Dynamic, flexible, professional, and diligent under pressure
• Educational: Degree level desirable; MCIPS qualification or working towards is optional

Additional Information

As a colleague here at S&W you will have access to benefits that include:

• Competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Pension contribution
• Hybrid working model (role dependent)
• Generous holiday package
• Option to purchase additional holiday
• Shared parental leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Eye care support

We are proud to value the differences that a diverse workforce brings, representative of society and our clients. At S&W we have a wide range of highly active employee resource groups and we\'re delivering multiple diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. It is our commitment to provide a workplace where all colleagues, regardless of identity, background, or circumstance, feel respected as individuals and feel that they can achieve their full potential and work in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment. We are happy to make any reasonable adjustments to accommodate for your needs throughout the application process. Please let your Recruiter know.

Company Description At S&W, we help our clients thrive by simplifying the complex, illuminating new paths, and shaping solutions that make a difference. As one of the UK\'s top 10 fastest-growing accountancy firms, we have been a trusted partner since 1881-helping businesses and individuals meet challenges and seize opportunities across generations. Built on expertise and driven by ambition, we provide a comprehensive range of services, including tax and accountancy, advisory and assurance, corporate finance, and restructuring. We are defined by our purpose-to help navigate challenges, unlock potential, and achieve the extraordinary.