Overview
In this role you drive global category strategy and supplier management for Editorial Production Operations, partnering across tech, ops and product teams to deliver measurable value. You’ll negotiate complex agreements for content, software, SaaS and AI-driven services, and steer governance with Legal and Information Security. You’ll leverage AI/GenAI and BI tools to uncover data-driven sourcing insights and strengthen supplier partnerships. This is a chance to shape sourcing that accelerates innovation across content production and technology within a global organization.
Pay / Benefits
- healthy work-life balance
- wellbeing initiatives
- shared parental leave
- study assistance
- sabbaticals
- flexible working arrangements
Responsibilities
- Lead commercial negotiations for content production, software, SaaS, managed services, AI platforms and LLM services
- Structure and negotiate agreements including MSA, SOW, SaaS subscriptions and licensing across various pricing models
- Apply sourcing best practices, category management and market benchmarking to translate demand into category plans and benefits
- Leverage AI/GenAI tools and BI platforms to generate data-driven sourcing insights and decisions
- Serve as the primary relationship owner for strategic content technology suppliers, supporting governance, risk management and supplier innovation
- Build consensus and advise Legal, Information Security and business-unit stakeholders during complex negotiations and contract management
- Operate independently within Global Procurement governance guidelines and Legal and AI governance requirements
Key requirements
- Progressive experience in strategic sourcing/procurement with a focus on academic and professional content/data production and software/SaaS/technology sourcing
- Proven track record negotiating high-value agreements and delivering business benefits
- Proficiency with AI tools and Microsoft 365 suite, including Power BI to optimize sourcing processes and spend visibility
- Hands-on experience with category strategy, spend analytics/BI reporting, and end-to-end RFP/RFI processes
- Knowledge in Supply Chain Management; CPSM or CIPS certification preferred
- Knowledge of academic and professional information solutions and digital content transformation technologies preferred
- Stakeholder management
- Strong negotiation and influencing abilities
- Data-driven decision making
- AI tools
- Power BI
- Microsoft 365
Procurement Manager employer: RELX Group
At ICIS, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters curiosity and creativity. Our London-based team thrives in a fast-paced environment, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and the chance to become a recognised expert in the evolving energy market. With a commitment to employee well-being and a range of country-specific benefits, we ensure our staff are supported in their pursuit of meaningful and rewarding careers.
