Procurement Transformation Consultant

Procurement Transformation Consultant

London/Hybrid - in the office 2 days a week

6 month initial contract

Day Rate from £600 via Umbrella

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For the past 21 years, my high-profile client has been getting customers of failed authorised financial services firms back on track. Their strength is in their numbers. Since 2001, they have helped 6.5m customers and paid back £26bn in compensation. Over the years they have continually strived to be better, faster, and more empathetic to their customers' needs in an ever more complex financial world. Their people have worked together to make sure they can offer protection and reassurance every step of the way, even during the toughest of times over the last two years. As an organisation they make a difference, and in which their people truly make a difference.

The Role

Lead and accelerate key procurement transformation initiatives alongside the Procurement Manager in reshaping and modernising the procurement function, operating at a senior level with a high degree of autonomy and providing independent leadership across key initiatives. The role will focus on driving consistency across the procurement lifecycle, identifying and enabling digital transformation opportunities, and embedding a centre-led Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) framework. This is not a BAU sourcing role; focus is on transformation, frameworks and process improvement rather than running tenders.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Function Transformation
Provide oversight and expert guidance in the development and implementation of standardised procurement documents (templates, guidance, toolkits) covering the full procurement lifecycle.
Ensure consistency, compliance and quality across all procurement documentation.
Introduce best practice approaches to improve efficiency, reduce duplication and strengthen governance.
Digital Procurement & Innovation
Identify opportunities for digitalisation across procurement processes and activities.
Provide recommendations for short-term improvements and develop a long-term digital procurement roadmap.
Support the adoption of systems, tools and automation to enhance procurement delivery and reporting.
Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)
Support the design and embedding of a centre-led SRM framework across the organisation.
Develop process maps, templates and guidance to enable effective implementation.
Promote consistent SRM practices, including performance management, supplier segmentation and governance structures.
Procurement Delivery
Undertake procurement projects and sourcing activities as directed by the Procurement Manager.
Provide expert advice and support to stakeholders on procurement strategy, sourcing routes and commercial considerations.
Ensure procurement activity aligns with organisational policies, regulatory requirements and best practice.
Stakeholder Engagement & Change Management
Engage with internal stakeholders to support the adoption of new processes, tools and frameworks.
Provide guidance and training where required to embed changes.
Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders at all levels.

Essential Criteria

Experience & Knowledge

Significant experience operating at a senior level within procurement.
Proven experience in procurement transformation and change management, particularly relating to processes, templates and governance.
Strong expertise in Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), including framework design and implementation.
Demonstrable experience in digitising procurement processes or delivering procurement technology improvements.Skills & Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and implement improvements.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, including working with senior leadership.
Ability to develop practical tools, templates and frameworks that drive consistency and efficiency.
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.Personal Attributes

Proactive and results-driven with a focus on delivery.
Collaborative approach with the ability to build strong working relationships.
Adaptable and comfortable working in a changing environment.Desirable Criteria

Experience in public sector procurement.

Candidates must show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you.

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