Procurement Lead

Procurement Lead (Category Management / Direct Procurement) If you’re a strategic procurement leader who thrives on complex stakeholder landscapes, this role hands you the keys to a high-impact, E2E remit—from strategy to supplier performance—across a multinational footprint. Do you have hands on experience across Consumer Electronics or Physical Outputs? The Impact You’ll Have: Set the playbook: Build and execute the regional sourcing strategy for direct mechanical categories. Own the table: Lead supplier selection, negotiation, and contracting across EMEA. Move the numbers: Deliver cost reduction, value engineering, and sustainability outcomes. Be the bridge: Partner tightly with Engineering, Ops, and Project teams to unlock speed and value. Raise the bar: Govern performance via KPIs, QBRs, compliance, and continuous improvement. Modernise the stack: Champion digitisation and AI in SAP, Ariba, and iCertis workflows. What You’ll Bring: 7 years in strategic sourcing/direct procurement with proven cost-saving results. Experience in data centre or industrial procurement environments (Bonus not requirement) Strong commercial acumen and negotiation finesse. Fluency with contract management, supplier frameworks, and technical submittals. Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or Technology (Master’s a plus). A growth mindset, global outlook, and collaborative, low-ego style. Why This Role? True ownership: End-to-end category leadership, shaping strategy and execution. Big canvas: Multinational scope with direct influence on sustainability and digitisation. Modern ways of working: Hybrid model— just one day a week in Paddington . High visibility: Work shoulder-to-shoulder with engineering and operations leadership. Contract Details: Contract: PAYE Location: London (Hybrid, 1 day/week on-site in Paddington) Length: 18-month contract

Location: London,, GB

Posted Date: 9/15/2025