£65000 - £75000 per annum + + Car Allowance + Excellent BenefitsContact:Contact email:Job ref:J692120R_1758538366Published:1 day agoExpiry date:2025-10-22Startdate:ASAPLocation:

Milton Keynes (2 - 3 days p/w in office)Type:

Permanent | Full-timeCompensation:

Up to £75K + car allowance + performance bonus + benefitsAre you an experienced procurement professional ready to step into a high-impact, high-visibility role at a top-tier UK financial institution?A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an indirect procurement category leader to join a major player in the UK financial services sector. This role offers the chance to influence commercial strategy, drive category innovation, and be a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders - all within a regulated, complex, and fast-paced environment.About the Role

As a Category and Sourcing Manager, you will:Take ownership of strategic sourcing and category management across a key spend portfolioDevelop multi-year strategies based on market trends, supplier data, and commercial insightsLead complex sourcing initiatives that materially impact the cost-income ratioBuild and maintain senior relationships with both internal stakeholders and strategic suppliersAct as deputy to senior leadership and serve as a subject matter expert on procurement best practicesEnable supplier-led innovation and continuously improve supplier performanceEnsure full compliance with regulatory requirements and third-party risk management policiesThis role sits at the core of the commercial operating model and will offer a platform to shape sourcing strategies at an enterprise level.What You''ll Bring

Experience in strategic procurement or category managementProven ability to lead cross-functional teams and high-value sourcing eventsStrong commercial acumen and contract negotiation skillsExperience advising and influencing at senior levels, including ExecExceptional analytical ability - translating data into strategyA track record of delivering tangible cost and business benefitsUnderstanding of SRM principles, third-party risk, and end-to-end sourcing lifecycleIdeally, CIPS qualified and with financial services experience (desirable, not essential)Why This Role?

Access to C-suite and the opportunity to influence at strategic decision-making tablesLeadership development with a clear progression pathHybrid working flexibility with strong work-life balanceA culture that values integrity, transparency, and innovationCompetitive total rewards and recognition for impactTo express interest or request more information, please apply, or send an e-mail to richard.shelley@1st-executive.comAll applicants must present current and valid UK Right to Work

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