883 Procurement Operations jobs in the United Kingdom

Procurement Operations Manager – Financial Services

Location: London

Corporate Title: Vice President

Contract: Permanent

A leading international financial services organisation is seeking a Procurement Operations Manager to join its London-based team. This is a key position within the Finance function, offering the opportunity to lead procurement operations, strengthen supplier governance, and drive value across the business.

The Role

As Procurement Operations Manager, you will oversee the full procurement lifecycle, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements while supporting the firm’s third-party risk management framework. Working closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, Risk, Legal, and Compliance, you will play a pivotal role in embedding robust procurement practices within a highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement operations across the organisation, ensuring compliance with FCA, PRA, and internal governance standards.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, contract negotiation, purchase orders, and supplier performance.
• Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, Risk, and Finance to align procurement with regulatory and audit requirements.
• Maintain and enhance procurement systems (e.g., Oracle, iValua, Optimise), driving process efficiency and data integrity.
• Lead supplier onboarding and due diligence, including financial stability checks and third-party risk assessments.
• Monitor procurement KPIs, producing reports for senior management and regulatory stakeholders.
• Support internal audits and external regulatory reviews relating to procurement and vendor management.
• Develop procurement strategies to optimise cost, manage risk, and improve supplier service delivery.

Procurement Operations Manager – Financial Services

Location: London

Corporate Title: Vice President

Contract: Permanent

A leading international financial services organisation is seeking a Procurement Operations Manager to join its London-based team. This is a key position within the Finance function, offering the opportunity to lead procurement operations, strengthen supplier governance, and drive value across the business.

The Role

As Procurement Operations Manager, you will oversee the full procurement lifecycle, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements while supporting the firm’s third-party risk management framework. Working closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, Risk, Legal, and Compliance, you will play a pivotal role in embedding robust procurement practices within a highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement operations across the organisation, ensuring compliance with FCA, PRA, and internal governance standards.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, contract negotiation, purchase orders, and supplier performance.
• Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, Risk, and Finance to align procurement with regulatory and audit requirements.
• Maintain and enhance procurement systems (e.g., Oracle, iValua, Optimise), driving process efficiency and data integrity.
• Lead supplier onboarding and due diligence, including financial stability checks and third-party risk assessments.
• Monitor procurement KPIs, producing reports for senior management and regulatory stakeholders.
• Support internal audits and external regulatory reviews relating to procurement and vendor management.
• Develop procurement strategies to optimise cost, manage risk, and improve supplier service delivery.

Procurement Operations Manager

Location: Hampshire or London (Hybrid)

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £65,000 + 20% bonus + £5k cash-car allowance + single-cover PMI

We’re hiring for a Procurement Operations Manager on behalf of a major UK organisation undergoing significant transformation within its Procurement function.

This is a high-impact role responsible for overseeing outsourced procurement operations, optimising Source-to-Pay processes, improving data/reporting capabilities, and leading technology enhancements (particularly around SAP Ariba).

Key Responsibilities

• Manage procurement help desk services, PO/GR processes, and system queries
• Oversee supplier onboarding, vendor data, and SLA compliance
• Lead the transformation of data, reporting and analytics to deliver actionable insights
• Drive system improvements and Ariba optimisation
• Deliver performance reporting (KPIs, savings, spend dashboards) and ensure data quality
• Act as the main escalation point for procurement systems, data, and reporting

What You’ll Bring

• Deep understanding of Procurement processes (S2C & P2P)
• Strong experience with SAP Ariba or similar procurement systems
• Skilled in Excel, data analysis, and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau)
• Experience with outsourced service providers (preferred)
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Degree-qualified; CIPS (or working towards) desirable

This is a fantastic opportunity to influence procurement transformation and help build a data-led, tech-enabled function.

Apply now or reach out for more information –

About EBIT:

EBIT is a fast-paced, ambitious agile business with 14 years of proven success. We’re a close-knit team proud to support hundreds of well-known brands, helping them buy better so they can focus on what they do best.

This role is based in EBIT's main office in Dorchester, Dorset and requires a minimum of three days in the office. Please only apply if you are able to commute to our office location.

Role Overview:

As the Procurement Operations Lead you will take ownership of procurement delivery operations for our client, including managing the central buy desk, overseeing PO administration, and driving process governance and category planning. In this role, you will lead, train, and develop a high-performing procurement Operations desk team responsible for renewals sourcing, contract negotiation, purchase order execution, and supplier management to deliver cost savings and improved performance. You will manage a pipeline of indirect procurement projects aligned with client and EBIT objectives, ensuring prioritisation, timely delivery, and alignment with onboarding, SOPs, and change management processes. Acting as a key escalation point, you will maintain strong stakeholder engagement, provide strategic procurement guidance, and support decision-making through data-driven insights. You will establish and lead a spend control tower to validate purchasing decisions, challenge spend where necessary, and promote compliance. Tech-savvy and systems-oriented, you’ll work confidently across tools like Excel, PowerPoint, Jira, Workday, Oracle, and ServiceNow, driving efficiency and global collaboration across teams in the US, UK, EU, and Asia. This role requires a forward-thinking mindset, the ability to navigate complex environments, and a focus on delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions in line with client and EBIT standards.

What's in it for you:

This is a brilliant time to be joining the business on a period of rapid growth and transformation. You will have the opportunity to drive real change, work with high performing teams and hold global responsibility. The package is as follows:

• Total Package range: £50,000 - £65,000
• Working Pattern: Full time, minimum of 3 days per week on site
• Location: Dorchester, Dorset
• Benefits: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, Pension (Nest) and more to come

What We’re Looking For:

A proven procurement professional with strong experience in senior procurement or commercial roles, broad category knowledge, and the confidence to engage at C-level and board level. We’re seeking a dynamic Procurement Operations Lead to oversee procurement activities for our client, including central buy desk operations, purchase order administration, and spend management across all indirect categories. You have owned and optimized end-to-end procurement processes and driven business-wide adoption to enhance cost control. You are passionate about improving process efficiency, delivering stakeholder training, and ensuring compliance while collaborating closely with senior stakeholders. Demonstrating strong leadership, organisation, and team coaching skills, you align with EBIT’s values of accountability, expertise, directness, and commitment to excellence. Solutions-focused, adaptable, and tech-savvy, you bring advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis and can navigate and train procurement teams on systems like Jira, Workday, Oracle, and ServiceNow.

If you’re ready to lead a procurement operations team and make a tangible impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with the company's overall business objectives.
• Oversee all aspects of the procurement lifecycle, including sourcing, negotiation, contracting, and supplier management.
• Drive cost savings initiatives and ensure adherence to budget targets across all spend categories.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering collaboration and ensuring optimal performance.
• Implement and manage procurement systems and technologies (e.g., e-procurement platforms, P2P solutions) to enhance efficiency and transparency.
• Develop and enforce procurement policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines.
• Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Analyze market trends and supplier capabilities to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and internal controls.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across various departments to understand their needs and ensure seamless procurement support.
• Report on procurement performance, savings, and key metrics to senior leadership.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., CIPS) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in procurement and supply chain management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful procurement strategies and achieving significant cost savings.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement best practices, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management.
• Experience with procurement software and e-procurement tools.
• Strong analytical, financial acumen, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience managing global procurement operations is a plus.

• Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead and manage the procurement team, fostering professional development and high performance.
• Oversee the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, tendering, negotiation, and contract award.
• Manage key supplier relationships, ensuring performance, value, and adherence to ethical standards.
• Identify and drive cost reduction initiatives and process improvements within procurement operations.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant procurement policies, regulations, and best practices.
• Conduct market analysis to identify potential risks and opportunities within the supply chain.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and provide strategic procurement support.
• Develop and implement robust risk management strategies for the supply chain.
• Prepare and present reports on procurement performance, savings, and key initiatives to senior leadership.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. CIPS qualification is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in procurement and supply chain management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing strategic sourcing initiatives and delivering significant cost savings.
• Proven experience in contract negotiation and management.
• Strong understanding of procurement best practices, ethical sourcing, and sustainability principles.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic business environment.