At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead procurement strategies and negotiate contracts to drive business success.
- Company: Globally recognised media business with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a diverse team and influence strategic decision-making.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on procurement strategy in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in indirect procurement and strong negotiation skills.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
Join a globally recognised media business where procurement plays a key role in driving commercial success. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a broad indirect spend portfolio, influence strategic decision-making and help shape the future of procurement across a fast-moving, collaborative organisation.
Role Overview
- Location: Kensington, London (Hybrid)
- Package: Competitive (We promise!) + benefits
- Industry: Media
What You’ll Be Doing
- Develop and deliver category strategies across a diverse indirect procurement portfolio.
- Lead end-to-end sourcing activities, from market engagement through to contract award.
- Negotiate commercial agreements that deliver value, manage risk and support business objectives.
- Manage contracts throughout their lifecycle to maximise performance and compliance.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and build compelling business cases for senior stakeholders.
- Partner with teams across the business to provide commercial procurement expertise and guidance.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to improve service, encourage innovation and ensure continuity of supply.
- Enhance procurement and contract governance processes, including supplier onboarding and risk management.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen procurement performance and operational efficiency.
- Manage multiple strategic and operational procurement projects within a fast-paced environment.
Main Skills Needed
- Proven experience managing end-to-end indirect procurement categories.
- Strong commercial negotiation and contract management expertise.
- Track record of delivering measurable cost savings and supplier performance improvements.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
- Able to balance strategic planning with hands-on delivery.
- Experience managing multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
- Passion for improving procurement processes and driving business value.
- Familiarity with procurement platforms such as Coupa, Ironclad, Power BI or similar systems.
- Strong Microsoft Office or Google Workspace skills.
- CIPS qualification and experience within media or advertising would be advantageous but are not essential.
What’s in It for You?
- Ownership of a varied and business-critical procurement portfolio.
- High levels of exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision-making.
- The opportunity to influence procurement strategy and deliver tangible commercial impact.
- A collaborative culture that values innovation, continuous improvement and professional growth.
We’re easy to talk to. Start the conversation. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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