Strategic Sourcing Lead

Are you a strategic thinker with expertise in procurement and vendor management?

Are you immediately available?

If so, this role is for you.

Our client, a globally recognised organisation, providing investment and risk management services to a diverse range of clients, is looking for an experienced Strategic Sourcing professional in Professional Services.

This is a 6-month temporary assignment and presents a fantastic opportunity to shape sourcing strategies and optimise supplier relationships within a global financial services environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor on procurement strategies and supplier optimisation.
• Develop and implement cost-effective sourcing strategies (supplier consolidation, demand management, process reengineering).
• Manage and negotiate contracts with leading professional services firms.
• Conduct market research to identify trends and risks, supporting data-driven decision-making.
• Lead cost-saving initiatives while ensuring service quality.
• Oversee contract negotiations and compliance with legal and corporate standards.
• Collaborate with Legal, Risk, and Business Units to align sourcing initiatives.
• Mentor junior team members, fostering a high-performance culture.

What We’re Looking For

• 6–10+ years’ experience in strategic sourcing within consulting, accounting, or financial services.
• Proven track record of high-value contract negotiations with major professional services firms (e.g. Big 4).
• Strong financial modelling and data analysis skills to support decision-making.
• Expertise in category planning, bidding (RFI, RFP, RFQ), and risk management.
• Advanced experience in contract drafting and redlining SLAs.
• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, AI tools (CoPilot), and procurement software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor\’s degree in Business, Accounting, Economics, Supply Chain, or Law.
• Advanced degrees in Accounting, Business, Law, or Public Affairs are a plus.

Why Join?

• Work with a globally recognised financial services firm.
• Influence high-value procurement decisions on a global scale.
• Engage with senior stakeholders and industry leaders.

Ready to Join ?

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If you’re ready to make an impact and take the next step in your career, apply now! Send your CV to Carrie.Martin@edenscott.com

For an informal discussion or to learn more, contact Carrie Martin on 01224 965506.