Procurement Manager

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AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.
We partner with Arup to support their contingent recruitment processes. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.
On Behalf of Arup, we are looking for a Procurement Manager for a 6 month contract based in London (Hybrid).

As the Procurement Manager, you will lead the Request for Proposal (RFP) process for the selection of new procurement systems within the Information Technology function, ensuring best-in-class sourcing practices, stakeholder engagement, commercial governance, and supplier selection.

This is an exciting opportunity for a procurement professional with strong technology procurement experience to drive complex sourcing initiatives and deliver significant commercial value within a globally recognised organisation.

As a Procurement Manager you will:

• Manage end-to-end negotiations, sourcing activities, and contract management, working closely with a system integrator and a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead and coordinate RFP processes, including developing timelines, preparing documentation, and ensuring adherence to Arup procurement procedures.
• Develop and maintain supplier evaluation and scoring matrices.
• Organise and facilitate supplier presentations and product demonstrations for key stakeholders.
• Act as the primary point of contact for suppliers throughout the procurement process.
• Coordinate activities across the wider project team to ensure procurement milestones and deliverables are achieved.
• Drive strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier selection processes, and commercial negotiations.
• Oversee supplier performance and support contract management throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Work closely with stakeholders and external suppliers to identify opportunities, maximise value, and support business objectives.
• Conduct commercial due diligence and ensure compliance with procurement policies and standards.
• Promote sustainability and decarbonisation objectives within procurement activities.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, and other business functions to establish and finalise robust contractual agreements.
• Contribute to global procurement programmes and continuous improvement initiatives.

We are looking for a Procurement Manager with:

• Proven expertise in sourcing, negotiation, and contract management
• Strong understanding of commercial risk, governance, and compliance (e.g. GDPR, data security)
• Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Focus on delivering measurable value and continuous improvement
• Experience using procurement tools and systems
• Degree-qualified and/or professionally accredited (e.g. MCIPS) preferred

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. Guided by its values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, Arup creates and contributes to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Arup’s internal employee networks support their inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – creating a space for everyone to express themselves and make a positive difference.
AMS are committed to providing all our candidates with the opportunity to perform at their best throughout the recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments during the screening process and we will work with you and Arup to identify the best solution to meet your requirements.
AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business.