Procurement Data Strategy & Analytics Lead

We’re hiring on behalf of a rapidly scaling, tech-enabled professional services organisation that is undertaking a major digital transformation programme across its procurement operations. This is a career-defining opportunity for a Senior Manager with deep expertise in data strategy, analytics, and procurement technology to drive the next phase of innovation for a client who is reshaping how back-office services deliver value through intelligence and automation.

🔍 The Role

You’ll play a pivotal leadership role in designing and executing a best-in-class data and insights strategy, working across internal stakeholders and clients to transform raw data into strategic, actionable intelligence. This position sits at the heart of a cross-functional digital transformation team, with a direct line into leadership and a strong mandate for change.

Key responsibilities include:

• Technology Ownership:
• Be the single point of contact for data tech solutions within the procurement function; manage issue resolution and enhancement requests with central technology teams.
• Strategic Data Leadership:
• Define and implement a comprehensive insights and analytics strategy aligned with procurement and business goals—leveraging AI, data lakes, and emerging tech to future-proof architecture.
• Advanced Analysis & Interpretation:
• Identify high-impact data sets, lead complex analytical projects, and generate insights related to supplier performance, cost optimisation, sourcing, and procurement performance.
• Reporting & Visualisation:
• Deliver high-quality dashboards and visual tools for both internal teams and clients, enabling strategic decision-making and value realisation.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement:
• Monitor industry and tech trends, champion machine learning and automation, and identify ways to continuously optimise procurement data solutions and services.

🎯 Candidate Profile

We’re looking for a data-driven leader with strong technical fluency and a clear understanding of procurement processes. Ideal candidates will bring a hybrid of data science and commercial experience, and the ability to partner cross-functionally in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Must-haves:

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Data Science, Business Analytics, Computer Science or a related field
• Hands-on experience with cloud data platforms (e.g., GCP, AWS, Azure)
• Proficient in SQL, Python, R and visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI)
• Strong understanding of procurement tech, S2C suites, and supply chain processes
• Familiar with agile ways of working (e.g., Jira)
• Demonstrated success in leveraging AI/data science in a business services or procurement context

🌟 What’s in It for You?

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• 25 days holiday + option to purchase additional leave
• Premium wellbeing & health benefits (mental health tools, private medical, critical illness cover)
• Matched pension up to 10%
• Ongoing professional development via a dedicated digital learning platform
• Join a forward-thinking, innovative environment within a fast-growing organisation

🌍 About the Client

Our client is an established, growth-focused business services provider, part of a larger global group, delivering procurement, financial and business solutions across industries. With a modern, tech-first culture, they’re building the future of back-office excellence—and they’re looking for people who want to be part of that journey.