Job description
<p><strong>Procurement – Strategic Sourcing Specialist (Indirect Categories)</strong></p><p><strong>Location: London, UK (Hybrid – 1–2 Days per Week)</strong></p><p><strong>Salary: £65,000–£75,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits</strong></p><p><strong>Join a FTSE 100 Financial Services Leader Transforming Procurement</strong></p><p><br></p><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a prestigious FTSE 100 Financial Services organisation as it continues to invest heavily in its award-winning Procurement function.</p><p><br></p><p>As part of a rapidly expanding Strategic Sourcing Hub, you'll work alongside some of the industry's leading procurement professionals, supporting high-profile sourcing initiatives across a diverse portfolio of indirect spend. With significant investment in people, technology and AI-enabled procurement, this is an exceptional opportunity to accelerate your career within one of the UK's most respected organisations.</p><p><br></p><p>The business offers genuine progression, with structured mentoring from senior leadership and a clear pathway into Procurement Manager-level roles within 12–18 months.</p><p>The Opportunity</p><p><br></p><p>This is a strategic sourcing position where you'll partner with senior business stakeholders to deliver commercial value, drive supplier performance and shape sourcing strategies across key indirect spend categories.</p><p><br></p><p>You'll initially focus on <strong>HR, Marketing and Travel</strong>, with opportunities to broaden your remit into areas such as Facilities Management and other corporate services as the team continues to grow.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and deliver sourcing strategies across a portfolio of indirect spend categories.</li><li>Lead end-to-end sourcing projects, from opportunity identification through to supplier selection and contract award.</li><li>Build and manage strategic supplier relationships that drive innovation, value and long-term performance.</li><li>Partner with business stakeholders to influence sourcing decisions and deliver commercially focused procurement solutions.</li><li>Conduct market analysis and supplier benchmarking to identify new opportunities and emerging market trends.</li><li>Support the adoption of AI-powered procurement tools and digital sourcing solutions to improve efficiency and decision-making.</li><li>Embed ESG, Sustainability, Carbon Reduction and DE&I objectives into sourcing strategies and supplier selection.</li><li>Negotiate commercial agreements that deliver value while effectively managing supplier risk.</li><li>Collaborate with Legal, Risk, Finance and business leaders throughout the sourcing lifecycle.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>Approximately 3–5 years' procurement experience across indirect spend categories.</li><li>Experience managing strategic sourcing projects from strategy through to contract award.</li><li>Exposure to categories such as HR, Marketing, Travel, Professional Services or Facilities Management would be advantageous.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.</li><li>Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the business.</li><li>Experience within Financial Services, Professional Services or another complex corporate environment is desirable.</li><li>Degree educated.</li><li>Passionate about innovation, digital procurement and continuous improvement.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected FTSE 100 organisation investing heavily in its Procurement function. You'll receive mentoring from senior procurement leaders, gain exposure to high-profile strategic sourcing projects, and benefit from a clear pathway into Procurement Manager roles within 12–18 months, alongside a competitive bonus, excellent benefits and flexible hybrid working.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>To apply, please send your updated CV to g.sivarajah@bramwithconsulting.co.uk or apply via this platform.</strong></p>