Financial Services firm seeking an Interim Procurement Manager for an initial six-month period. This is an exciting opportunity to drive strategic sourcing and supplier management across multiple categories including IT and Professional Services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for various categories including IT and Professional Services.
• Manage supplier relationships to enhance performance and drive value.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to inform sourcing decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify procurement needs and deliver solutions.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements to achieve favourable terms.
• Monitor procurement activities to ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Provide guidance and support to junior procurement staff.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a generalist procurement role within financial services.
• Leadership and business partnering skillset required.
• Prepared to be hands on and a 'doer'.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes and supplier management.
• Experience managing multiple categories simultaneously.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
• Strong analytical skills and a strategic mindset.

This company operates a hybrid working policy so you will be required to be in the London office 2-3 days per week

Please note, only applicants with the full rights to work in the UK will be considered for this role as we cannot provide sponsorship on this occasion.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates