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      Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our London based media client to recruit for an Indirect Procurement Manager.

      The role:

      My client is looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to take ownership of key indirect categories including Marketing, Sales, Travel, Human Resources, Facilities Management and Financial services.

      Role responsibilities:

      • Define and implement robust category strategies
      • Lead end-to-end sourcing projects and commercial/contractual negotiations
      • Proactively monitor, manage, and negotiate contracts across the contract lifecycle to meet stakeholder requirements.
      • Identify savings opportunities
      • Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with senior internal stakeholders.
      • Manage key vendor relationships
      • Improve the efficiency of supplier onboarding and contract risk management.
      • Implement continuous improvement initiatives and drive supplier-led innovation across your categories.

      Skills and experience:

      • Strong background in end-to-end indirect category management, with a track record of running complex sourcing projects and managing large contracts.
      • Proven history of delivering significant, measurable cost savings and commercial value.
      • A proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and comfortably balances strategic thinking with hands-on tactical delivery.
      • A sharp eye for process improvement, both across broader business operations and within the Procurement function itself.
      • Exceptional stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
      • CIPS qualification would be desirable

      51718DH

      INDPRO

      The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

      Darren Herd | Senior Recuitment Consultant

      With over 14 years of experience in the recruitment of Procurement and Supply Chain staff, Darren is a Senior Recruiter within our Procurement Division. Darren has a proven track record of delivering high-quality candidates and building long-term relationships with clients and candidates.

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