At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage procurement for corporate services and lead supplier negotiations.
- Company: Established SME in financial services with growth opportunities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus potential, and professional development.
- Other info: Hybrid working in Central London with a supportive culture.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in a regulated environment.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in procurement with strong stakeholder management skills.
The predicted salary is between 56250 - 68750 £ per year.
This organisation is a well-established SME within a regulated environment - Financial Services. The organisation has growth plans with lots of opportunity to progress your career.
As an Assistant Vice President- Category Manager for Corporate Services you will:
- Manage end to end procurement focusing on supplier management / contract management
- Manage "Corporate" spend categories ie HR, Travel, Property & FM, Marketing, Legal, Professional Services.
- Manage a defined book of work across the full third-party lifecycle: sourcing, commercial negotiation, contracting and ongoing supplier monitoring.
- Ensure full compliance with Third-Party Management policies, controls and regulatory expectations.
- Partner with stakeholders across the business to understand requirements and shape sourcing strategies that deliver value.
- Lead contract reviews, interrogate terms and negotiate commercially and legally robust outcomes.
- Support the wider Procurement transformation agenda, contributing to process improvements and best-practice adoption.
- Maintain accurate reporting via dashboards, trackers and category plans.
The Successful Applicant should have:
- Strong background in procurement/ category management - (professional/ corporate services) and a track record working within a regulated or financial services type of environment.
- Strong stakeholder management experience and an expert contract reviewer, able to interpret, challenge, negotiate terms quickly and confidently.
- Proven ability to manage a high-volume workload and prioritise effectively.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels, including senior leadership.
- Highly organised, detail-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in procurement systems such as Oracle, Coupa, SAP or Ariba.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency across Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
- Team-oriented mindset with a passion for contributing to a growing, transforming function.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Degree educated
- 5+ years' procurement / category experience
- Understanding of Financial Services risk, governance and compliance
- Experience working closely with Legal, HR, Advisory, Consulting or other Corporate categories
What's on Offer:
- Competitive salary ranging up to 80,000 + Bonus (circa 90k package)
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- A supportive and collaborative fast-paced working environment within a smaller SME who make a big impact
If you are ready to take the next step in your career as an Assistant Vice President- Category Manager for Corporate Services we encourage you to apply today. Only apply if you are in the UK, have worked within financial services/ regulated environment and can travel to London.
Assistant Vice President- Procurement Category Manager employer: Michael Page International
Michael Page is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Leeds that fosters professional growth and development. With a strong focus on mentoring and team collaboration, employees benefit from hybrid working arrangements and a competitive salary package, including performance-based bonuses. Joining this multinational organisation means being part of a high-growth team dedicated to delivering exceptional tax compliance services across diverse sectors.
Contact Details:
Michael Page International Recruitment Team
