Procurement Category Manager – Contingent Workforce

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives for contingent workforce and temporary staffing categories.
• Act as a trusted commercial advisor, providing insights on market trends, rate benchmarks, supplier strategies, and compliance topics.
• Support commercial processes involving MSPs and VMS tools (e.g., Fieldglass, Beeline, VNDLY).
• Analyze data to identify cost optimization opportunities and drive supplier performance improvements.
• Execute tenders, evaluate proposals, and negotiate competitive commercial terms.
• Draft and structure contracts based on client requirements, with limited legal support.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and cross-functional internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to category strategy and market intelligence efforts.
• Support knowledge sharing and, where relevant, coach junior colleagues.

What You Bring

• University degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in contingent workforce procurement, staffing supplier management, or within an MSP/VMS environment.
• Deep understanding of UK and European temporary staffing markets and commercial models (e.g., mark‑ups, co‑employment, IR35).
• Hands‑on experience with VMS platforms such as Fieldglass, Beeline, or VNDLY.
• Proven ability to run sourcing initiatives, negotiate contracts, and influence senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, multi‑client environment.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries

• Business Consulting and Services