At a Glance
- Tasks: Partner with teams to shape supplier strategy and negotiate contracts.
- Company: Fast-growing services organisation with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to champion sustainability and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Influence commercial performance and drive meaningful change in supplier strategy.
- Qualifications: Strong negotiation skills and experience in stakeholder management.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
We’re supporting a fast‑growing services organisation with the confidential recruitment of a Procurement Business Partner — a strategic role partnering with Product, Operations, and Commercial teams to shape supplier strategy, negotiate contracts, and drive continuous improvement. This role acts as the strategic interface between Procurement and Product, influencing sourcing decisions, supplier performance, and commercial outcomes.
What You’ll Be Doing
- You’ll be the primary procurement contact for internal stakeholders, becoming a trusted commercial advisor and ensuring supplier solutions align with business needs, customer expectations, and margin targets.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with Product and Operations to translate business needs into sourcing strategies
- Lead sourcing across multiple service categories
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers
- Negotiate commercial terms, contracts, and pricing structures
- Develop strategic supplier partnerships
- Analyse supplier spend and performance
- Drive cost optimisation and value creation
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and margin improvement
- Ensure robust contract management, compliance, and risk mitigation
- Champion sustainability, ethical sourcing, and continuous improvement
What You’ll Bring
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills
- Experience partnering with commercial or product teams
- Excellent stakeholder management and influencing capability
- Strong analytical and financial acumen
- Ability to balance cost, quality, and customer experience
- Collaborative, relationship‑focused approach
- Comfort operating at both strategic and operational levels
Why This Role Matters
You’ll directly influence commercial performance, supplier strategy, and customer experience — driving margin improvement, service quality, and operational excellence.
Procurement Business Partner employer: IFF Talent - Ingham Frankland Fide
IFF Talent - Ingham Frankland Fide is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work culture in West Yorkshire that fosters professional growth and collaboration. With competitive salaries, generous bonuses, and a commitment to employee development, this role as a Commercial Finance Partner provides a unique opportunity to engage with senior stakeholders while enhancing your skills in a thriving environment.
Contact Details:
IFF Talent - Ingham Frankland Fide Recruitment Team
