At a Glance
- Tasks: Support procurement projects and conduct analysis to drive cost reduction.
- Company: A growing boutique consultancy with a focus on innovation and sustainability.
- Benefits: Hands-on coaching, career growth opportunities, and exposure to industry leaders.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team and make your mark in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Kickstart your procurement career with real responsibility and impactful projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in procurement or supply chain, strong analytical skills, and ambition.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Overview
A growing boutique procurement consultancy is looking to hire an ambitious Junior Procurement Consultant as part of the first permanent team being built outside of the founding leadership group.
The business supports clients with procurement improvement, cost transformation, supplier intelligence and sustainability-led commercial projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the beginning of their procurement career who wants broader exposure, greater responsibility and the chance to learn directly from highly experienced former CPOs and procurement leaders.
Responsibilities
- Support the delivery of procurement, sourcing and cost-reduction projects across a range of clients and sectors.
- Conduct spend analysis, supplier research, market mapping and commercial benchmarking to identify opportunities.
- Assist with sourcing activity, including requirements gathering, RFQs, tender documentation and supplier evaluation.
- Prepare clear reports, presentations and recommendations for senior consultants and client stakeholders.
- Work closely with the consultancy’s directors to support client delivery, business development and internal growth initiatives.
Qualifications and Skills
- A minimum of one year’s procurement, sourcing or supply chain experience, ideally gained within a large or complex organisation.
- Experience gained through a procurement graduate scheme or an initial procurement role such as Procurement Analyst, Buyer or Junior Category Specialist.
- Degree educated and/or currently studying towards a CIPS qualification.
- Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills, with confidence using Excel and Power Point.
- Ambitious, commercially minded and comfortable working with different clients, priorities and project requirements.
What’s in It for You?
- Direct exposure to experienced directors and former CPOs, providing hands-on coaching and accelerated development.
- The opportunity to work across multiple clients, categories and procurement challenges early in your career.
- Join at an exciting point following external investment, as the consultancy begins building its permanent delivery team.
- Genuine scope to grow with the business and move into senior consulting or leadership positions as the team expands.
- A collaborative boutique environment where your contribution will be visible and you can take meaningful responsibility quickly.
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Junior Procurement Consultant employer: Talent Drive | B Corp
At Talent Drive | B Corp™, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture in the heart of London. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through mentorship opportunities and a supportive environment that encourages innovation and collaboration. With a competitive bonus structure and a hybrid working model, we ensure our team members enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance while contributing to meaningful projects in the procurement sector.
