Indirect Procurement Specialist

Darcy Brook Procurement & Supply has been engaged to recruit an experienced Indirect Procurement Specialist for a leading world renowned brand. This role comes with some excellent benefits including a hybrid working environment, 25 days holiday, subsided restaurant, huge retail discounts, excellent pension and the opportunity for further professional growth. Our client is looking for someone with a range of indirect services experience but some exposure to IT/Telco sourcing would be highly desirable.

• Drive the Indirect Procurement team's strategy to deliver substantial savings and operational improvements.

• Oversee agile sourcing processes, negotiate favourable terms, and implement strong supplier performance metrics.

• Build productive relationships across IT, marketing, legal, facilities, and finance to align procurement with wider business goals.

• Coach junior team members and collaborate with the Head of Procurement to refine the target operating model.

• Leverage market insights to mitigate risks and identify new opportunities in high-spend categories.

• Qualifications:
  
  Bachelor s degree (Business, Supply Chain, or similar) and CIPS/MCIPS qualified.

• Experience:
  
  Proven track record in indirect category management with a focus on IT spend optimisation

• Skills:
  
  Exceptional negotiation, contract management, and people management abilities.

• Mindset:
  Entrepreneurial, strategic, and capable of turning procurement best practices into flawless execution.