Consultant - Transformational Procurement

Consultant - Transformational Procurement

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Reporting to a Procurement Lead, this role involves working on client‑facing transformational procurement programmes, collaborating with stakeholders and operational procurement teams to deliver sustainable change in procurement operations for our clients.

The successful candidate will be instrumental in redefining procurement operations to align with our client’s wider strategy and vision, implementing new procurement target operating models that leverage technology for enhanced efficiency, developing and implementing sustainable procurement strategies, and delivering cost transformation initiatives for our clients.

We have opportunities for those passionate about transformative and sustainable procurement who are driven to innovate within procurement functions. This position is ideal for individuals looking to establish and develop their procurement strategy and implementation skills in a challenging yet rewarding environment.

Successful candidates will have the chance to advance their career, skills, and knowledge by working with industry leaders on a global scale. As part of a market‑leading professional services business, you will operate with an exceptional team specialising in transformational procurement.

We are the first consultancy to be recognised by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) for excellence in the procurement processes we provide for clients in the construction sector. Our team received a Procurement Excellence Programme Award demonstrating excellence in our procurement and supply chain activities.

• Supporting clients in their procurement transformation initiatives across a variety of industries and sectors, guiding them towards modernised and efficient procurement systems, alignment with their digital ambitions, and a clear focus on sustainability targets.
• Developing and implementing sustainable procurement practices, and supporting clients to align with environmental, social and governance goals while delivering their procurement objectives and vision.
• Designing and implementing procurement target operating models for the future, optimising procurement operations, aligning with digital and commercial strategies, and delivering a sustainable enterprise‑level transformation.
• Formulating and executing procurement strategies that drive cost savings and enhance operational efficiencies within client organisations.
• Supporting the development of our Transformational Procurement proposition suite and building innovative market eminence and thought leadership.
• Supporting the delivery of both team and broader business targets.

• Strong procurement and supply chain knowledge, from industry or advisory.
• Solid research, evaluation and analysis skills.
• Storyboarding and presentation skills.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Strong IT and digital skills and a real interest and curiosity in tools, systems and data.
• Procurement and Supply Chain intelligence and innovation.

• Preferably holds a degree related to Procurement, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Business Management or similar disciplines.
• Previous experience in procurement transformation and/or sustainable procurement.
• Has achieved, is working towards or is willing to work towards at least Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply.
• Security Clearance (SC) – currently valid or could be reinstated; not essential.

• Wider procurement consulting experience gained from either client, contractor or professional services organisation.
• Experience of key sustainable procurement practices including human rights, environment, health and safety, anti‑bribery & corruption and labour practices.
• Strong understanding of wider ESG legislative and regulatory environments is desirable.
• A history of delivering transformative procurement projects.
• Experience leveraging digital tools as part of procurement transformations.

• Confident, independent and able to work autonomously with limited need for supervision.
• Managing work, business development and career…