Procurement and Accounts Payable Coordinator in London

We are looking for an energetic Procurement and Accounts Payable (AP) Coordinator to drive the P2P transformation journey at UPP.

Responsibilities

• Lead the programme implementation for P2P efficiencies, streamlining the procurement and AP processes.
• Develop a strong relationship with software and consultant partners to implement new technologies and facilitate the change.
• Act as the primary owner of a centralised purchase order and invoice transaction methodology.
• Support all colleagues through programme changes, including training provision.
• Be the first point of contact for all vendors to initiate the publication of electronic catalogues and punch‑out ordering systems.
• Support Procurement Managers in implementing category strategies to deliver cost savings.
• Own and lead the supplier onboarding process, and conduct twice‑annual audits of the supplier database to remove obsolescence.
• Maintain a live contract repository with visible KPI and SLA metrics, regularly monitored through the Supplier’s Performance Dashboard.
• Monitor trends, identify opportunities and benchmark against industry standards.
• Analyse large and complex data sets to identify risks and deliver value.
• Conduct due diligence across the supply chain and third‑party spend to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.
• Support tender execution processes, including bid evaluations, shortlisting and commercial negotiations.
• Develop and support the management of supplier and contractor relationships, monitoring performance and escalating issues for high‑value or high‑risk suppliers.
• Provide stakeholders with relevant reports, management information and advice on procurement projects and performance.
• Continuously identify ways to enhance and improve third‑party spend management processes to increase efficiency.

Qualifications

• High level of organisation, professionalism and an efficient way of working in a fast‑paced commercial environment.
• Strong project‑management skills and a passion for delivering to deadlines.
• Understanding of the end‑to‑end P2P process, including purchase‑order generation, payment processing and supplier onboarding.
• Experience sourcing and working with a broad range of stakeholder relations, including suppliers, colleagues and senior leadership.
• Specific knowledge and experience of Workday software is highly advantageous.
• Knowledge of the UK supply chain in relevant categories and ability to communicate effectively with the AP and operational teams.
• Effective guidance of stakeholders through the procurement journey, including tenders and project‑team meetings.
• Strong communication skills, people skills and a ‘can‑do’ attitude.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of approximately £40,000 per annum.
• Discretionary performance bonus.
• 29 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Private healthcare.
• Pension scheme.
• Enhanced family leave policy.
• Life assurance.
• Training opportunities.
• Two paid volunteering or personal development days.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Location

The role is based in UPP's award‑winning London office, with hybrid working options and excellent transport links from London Bridge, Cannon Street, Monument and Bank stations.

EEO Statement

UPP welcomes all applications and recognises the value of diversity, inclusion and belonging. We are committed to providing adjustments to support candidates with disabilities, impairments or conditions throughout the recruitment process and beyond.