Global Head of Procurement - Technology in London

At WPP, we are on an exciting three-year journey called ‘Elevate 28’ to help our global teams work together in a more connected, collaborative, and efficient way. Procurement is at the heart of this change. Over the past five years, our global procurement team has grown and evolved significantly – we still have big goals to achieve. We are looking for a collaborative Global Head of Technology to join our procurement leadership team. In this role, you will help shape our procurement strategy and work with leaders across the business to deliver real, lasting value.

What you'll be doing:

• Oversee WPP's annual technology spend of approximately $800 million.
• Work closely with our Global CIO, Global CTO, and agency IT teams to get the best value from technology investments, software assets, and supplier relationships.
• Lead a global team of 9 procurement professionals structured into two main areas: Software & AI (including software asset management) and IT Services, Telecom, Infrastructure & Cloud (including supplier relationship management).
• Guide a supporting team of 4 colleagues based in our Mumbai operations hub.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Strategic Planning: Create and lead a 3-to-5-year technology procurement plan that supports WPP's business goals.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and support a diverse, multi-location team, helping them grow and succeed.
• Relationship Building: Partner with senior leaders (including our Executive Committee) and key technology partners to build strong, collaborative relationships.
• Value & Innovation: Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, manage risks, and bring innovative technology solutions to WPP.
• Collaboration: Work alongside the Global Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) and Global CIO to align our supply chain with WPP's technology roadmap.

Who you'll be working with:

Reporting to the Global Chief Procurement Officer, you’ll work closely with the Global CIO, Global CTO, Agency Network CIOs and senior technology leaders across WPP. You will lead a global team of procurement professionals across Software & AI, IT Services, Cloud and Infrastructure, while partnering with key technology suppliers to deliver strategic business outcomes.

What you'll need:

• Leadership Experience: Proven track record of leading, mentoring, and developing procurement teams in a global or complex organization.
• Technology Procurement Expertise: Deep experience managing complex technology categories (including software, cloud, and emerging tech like AI).
• Strong Relationship Skills: Ability to build trust, influence decisions, and communicate clearly with stakeholders at all levels.
• Change Management: Experience helping teams navigate change and thrive in evolving, fast-paced environments.
• Commercial Mindset: Strong negotiation skills and experience building mutually beneficial partnerships with major global technology suppliers.

Who you are:

• You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views.
• You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures for our people, our clients and our communities.
• You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing.

What we'll give you:

• Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.
• Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.
• Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers.

Are you up for the challenge? We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.