Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist
6m DRC
Up to £400 pd.
Gloucestershire based office (Hybrid)

Our client are seeking a Sourcing Specialist to support the Category Manager on a interim basis. You will provide operational support through the end to end sourcing process of Software contracts, including:

• Identifying sourcing opportunities
• Executing negotiation strategies
• Delivering cost reduction
• Work with stakeholders across the business to ensure procurement activities align with business objectives, governance and category strategies.

Key Skills and Experiences:

• Experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or vendor management
• Experience of vendor risk management processes
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Ability to support and execute negotiations that deliver measurable value.
• Willingness to learn and grow within a category management framework.

Key Experiences:

• At least three years experience in a procurement role.
• CIPS or other relevant procurement certification (Desirable)
• Financial Services experience (Desirable)
• Experience in Software or technology procurement (Desirable)

For more information, please apply.