Global Procurement Manager

ONNEC Group are a leading independent technology partner and global integrator, with over 30 years experience, and a 800+ team of global experts, specialising in providing end-to-end connectivity solutions that propel organisations everywhere.

From structured cabling to managed services, our end-to-end services give infrastructure that can be completely replied on. Design. Build. Deploy. Optimise. We offer a complete solution for business connectivity.

We are a rapidly growing organisation and finding and retaining the highest calibre of people is fundamental to us for the success of our business, we work hard to create a challenging, supportive and satisfying working environment for all our employees. ONNEC has successfully achieved the Investors in Diversity Foundational Award for our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Onnec is looking for a Global Procurement Manager who will be responsible for managing UK and international supplier relationships, contracts, and performance. The post-holder will act as the central point of contact for Procurement related activities and ensures that internal and external stakeholders are managed effectively and efficiently.

This is a hybrid role with 3 days from the London office and 2 day's remote from home.

What you’ll be doing as our Global Procurement Manager:

• Strategic Alignment:
  Partner with business leaders to understand operational objectives and translate them into effective sourcing and procurement strategies.
• Category & Supplier Management:
  Oversee supplier performance, negotiate contracts, and identify opportunities for consolidation, innovation, and efficiency.
• Value Creation:
  Drive total cost of ownership (TCO) optimisation, sustainability goals, and risk mitigation through proactive supplier engagement and market intelligence.
• Stakeholder
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Build strong, trust-based relationships across departments to ensure procurement initiatives support business priorities and timelines.
• Governance & Compliance:
  Ensure procurement activities adhere to company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Champion best practices in procurement, digital tools, and analytics to enhance visibility, efficiency, and performance across the supply chain.
• Categorise and actively manage the Global Spend (Direct and Indirect) ensuring optimal performance, innovation, and cost effectiveness.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with Onnec's global procurement framework.
• Monitor market developments and technologies to inform sourcing and negotiation decisions.

What we’re looking for in our Global Procurement Manager:

• Strong stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills.
• Commercial and financial acumen with a focus on value delivery.
• Deep understanding of procurement processes and regulations, contract law, commercial contracting and supplier management.
• Strategic mindset with operational execution capability.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, within a global or multi-site organisation.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver cost savings and process improvements.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
• Knowledge of market trends, supplier innovation, and emerging procurement technologies.

Preferred

• CIPS qualification (or working towards it).
• Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related discipline.
• Experience in both direct and indirect spend categories.
• Background in technology, construction, or related industries is advantageous.

If you feel you have the required skills and experience, click apply now to be considered as our Global Procurement Manager– we’d love to hear from you!