Are you a strategic sourcing expert ready to make a big impact in a short time? We’re looking for a Sourcing Lead to join our clients Procurement team on a 6-month contract, which can be based anywhere in UK (remote-working). This is a high-impact role where you’ll lead critical sourcing initiatives, drive commercial value, and shape procurement best practices across a £120m annual spend.
What You’ll Do
Reporting to the Head of Financial Shared Services, you’ll:
- Lead and embed best-in-class sourcing frameworks and procurement excellence
- Partner with directorates to understand strategic sourcing needs and deliver tailored solutions
- Develop and implement annual procurement plans aligned with business priorities
- Lead market investigations, supplier identification, and contract negotiations for critical sourcing activities
- Ensure procurement principles are upheld - delivering value, managing risk, and driving innovation
- Be a thought leader in procurement, delivering service excellence and commercial insight
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in a senior sourcing or procurement role within a large or multinational organisation
- Strong track record of managing strategic supplier relationships and contracts
- Gravitas and confidence to influence and challenge senior stakeholders
- Strategic thinker with a commercial mindset and strong operational awareness
- Excellent analytical skills with advanced Excel and PowerPoint proficiency
- CIPS qualification is desirable but not essential
This is a unique opportunity to step into a senior role with real influence, working across a dynamic and collaborative team. You’ll help shape the future of procurement while delivering tangible value to the business.