Procurement Specialist
3 days ago
Guildford
We’re proud to partner with a leading global insurance organisation, renowned for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence. As part of continued growth, our client is seeking to appoint a talented Sourcing Manager – HR Procurement to join their dynamic Procurement team. Role Overview: As a Sourcing Manager, you will lead strategic procurement initiatives across the HR category, including Talent Acquisition, Contingent Labour, Learning & Development, Benefits, and Pensions. You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to optimise value, drive innovation, and ensure alignment with global procurement strategies. This is a high-impact role where you’ll be delivering cost optimisation, risk management, and supplier innovation across the category. Key Responsibilities: • Lead strategic sourcing initiatives in alignment with corporate plan, • Develop and execute category strategies in collaboration with Stakeholders, • Build strong, value-driven relationships with suppliers and internal teams, • Drive supplier innovation through tendering and contracting practices, • Deliver cost optimisation and other value-add benefits across the supply chain, • Ensure compliance with Sourcing Policy and Governance Standards, • Champion sustainability and ethical sourcing practices, • Identify and mitigate supply chain risks to ensure continuity and compliance Ideal Candidate: • Experience within the HR or Professional Services Category, • In-depth knowledge of sourcing and procurement principles, • Strong negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills, • Experience with modern sourcing systems and data analysis, • Proven ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement, • Agile, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment Benefits: • £50,000 salary, • Annual performance-related bonus, • Contributory pension scheme, • Flexible buy/sell holiday options, • Hybrid working, • Development days, • Private healthcare, income protection, critical illness cover & life assurance, • Discounts of up to 50% on a range of insurance products, • Retail discounts & volunteering days