Group Procurement Manager
Job Description
We're looking for a Group Procurement Manager to be responsible for shaping and delivering procurement strategy across the Group, with particular accountability for IT and Professional Services categories.
This role ensures value for money, drives category strategy, strengthens supplier performance, and mitigates commercial and supply chain risk.Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will support ZEDRA’s procurement transformation by embedding best‑practice sourcing, commercial governance, supplier management, and ESG‑aligned procurement outcomes.Key AccountabilitiesProvide professional procurement leadership and advice across Group spend, with a primary focus on IT and Professional ServicesLead category strategy development aligned to business priorities and the wider procurement transformation roadmapDeliver sustainable and tangible commercial value/savings through strategic sourcing, contract optimisation, and supplier relationship managementAct as a trusted business partner to senior operational and functional leadersStrengthen supplier governance, performance management, and risk mitigation across accountable categoriesSupport the development of procurement capability, tools, metrics, and governance across the GroupKnowledge, Skills & ExperienceEssentialMinimum 5 years’ experience in a procurement or commercial role, ideally within financial services or a regulated environmentStrong experience managing strategic sourcing and supplier relationshipsExcellent commercial acumen and negotiation capabilityStrong analytical, problem‑solving, and stakeholder‑management skillsAbility to operate independently while collaborating effectively across the organisationExcellent written and verbal communication skills in EnglishDesirableExperience supporting procurement transformation or change programmesKnowledge of procurement technology and spend analyticsExposure to supplier diversity and ESG‑aligned sourcing strategiesFor more information or to request a copy of the full job description, please email Agency NoticeWe kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not submit unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles to our hiring managers or recruitment team.
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