Procurement PUR Sourcing Associate

PUR Sourcing Associate

Pay Rate: £26.65 per hour (MAX)Hours: 37.5 per week - Monday to Friday Contract: 12-month contractLocation: 4 days on-site, 1 day working from home

About the Role

We are seeking a PUR Sourcing Associate to manage regional professional services procurement activities across the business. This role is ideal for someone proactive, solutions-oriented, and confident working closely with stakeholders and suppliers in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

You will act as a key point of contact for procurement queries, lead sourcing events, negotiate contracts, and contribute to global category strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage regional professional services sub-categories
• Lead category management and negotiation activities
• Oversee supplier performance and relationship management
• Act as the regional contact for key stakeholders
• Deliver the end-to-end procurement process for professional services
• Support stakeholders across the business with sourcing needs and supplier selection
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts including MSAs and SOWs
• Run structured sourcing processes such as quotes and RFPs
• Handle supplier performance issues and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Collaborate with the global team on category strategies and cost-saving initiatives
• Serve as the go-to resource for procurement support, answering day-to-day queries

Preferred Experience

• Background in Indirect Procurement, Sourcing, or Professional Services
• Any procurement experience is considered beneficial

Skills & Competencies

• Strong category management and negotiation experience
• Knowledge of local regulations (advantageous)
• Ability to develop regional market insights and understand competitive landscapes
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Education

• A-Level or above
• Degree-level education preferred

Requirements

• Proactive and positive "can-do" attitude
• Excellent stakeholder management
• Strong problem-solving and solution-oriented approach

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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