TRAVEL & PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST

Job Details

Location

London

Posting date

18 Feb 2023

Job type

Permanent

Sector

Travel & Tourism

Salary

£40000 - £50000

Travel and Professional Services Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist - London - International Law Firm - £40-50K - Bonus - Hybrid Working - Travel - Professional Services - SRM - Indirect - Generalist - Strategic Procurement

Contact: jobsTEH@bramwithconsulting.co.uk

Opportunity

Are you an indirect strategic sourcing and procurement expert with a passion for driving best value and managing risk? Do you want to join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering great service and driving procurement more strategically? This international law firm is looking for a Travel and Professional Services Procurement Specialist to lead on procurement and sourcing projects and be the dedicated contract manager for the travel-related contracts.

Key Responsibilities

Undertaking industry and market analysis, conducting supplier negotiations, and supporting in the development and implementation of procurement strategy plans.

Leading and executing projects, influencing commercial decisions, and proactively engaging with the business and service functions.

Building strong relationships and being a crucial figure in positioning procurement more strategically within the firm.

Managing the firm's travel policy, monitoring compliance and periodic updates.

Responding to queries regarding travel management process and bookings.

Defining the strategy of Travel Management for the firm.

Implementing and maintaining processes for carbon management to achieve the firm's net zero ambitions.

Selling Points

Exciting Industry: This role offers the opportunity to work in the exciting and ever-changing field of travel and professional services procurement. You'll have the chance to work on complex challenges that require analytical and creative thinking while working with a diverse range of clients and suppliers from around the world.

Personal and Professional Growth: As a Travel and Professional Services Procurement Specialist, you'll have the chance to develop your skills and knowledge while receiving mentorship and training opportunities from industry experts. This will help you become a top performer in your field.

Flexibility: They understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why they offer flexible work arrangements. This helps the procurement team maintain a healthy work-life balance and increases job satisfaction.

Global Reach: Their clients and suppliers come from all over the world, which provides the opportunity to work with diverse cultures and gain a global perspective. This will help you develop a greater appreciation and understanding of different cultures and equip you with skills that will help you navigate complex procurement challenges in a global environment.

Experience Required

Clear evidence of previous experience within indirect categories - showing evidence of considerable self-development throughout your procurement career.

Evidence of working on the strategic side of procurement - with knowledge of sourcing processes.

Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving and fast paced environment.

Clear track record of stakeholder management with a clear focus on strategy implementation and risk mitigation.

CIPS qualification is preferred but not essential.

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.

If you are interested in this position, please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to jobsTEH@bramwithconsulting.co.uk

We look forward to hearing from you.