Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager London, England

BearingPoint UK
Full Time London, England 51661 - 80448 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

BearingPoint is one of Europe’s leading independent, partner led technology services and business consultancies. We are recognised as a highly regarded strategic partner for our clients.


This is a great opportunity to join BearingPoint at a pivotal moment of growth and investment and be part of a community of like-minded consultants. We are proud to operate as a “boutique style” cohort of inspired and passionate experts in our field with focus on innovation, collaboration, and customer success.


We are currently looking for a Procurement Manager with experience in Source to Pay process improvements, technology supplier selection and with a good SAP Ariba, Coupa or Jaggaer track record to join our team.


BearingPoint adopts a “People first …. Solutions follow” approach to transformation. We recognise that every business solution starts with people. The success of any transformation programme is underpinned by the successful transition of people to new ways of working.

  • Do you want to work for an organization that values the importance of effective change leadership?

  • Are you a people person who values taking the time to listen and understand different viewpoints?

  • Do you actively contribute to positive change that impacts how individuals’, departments, or global organizations do their work?

If you answered yes to all of the above, then this could be the perfect opportunity for you.


Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and lead procurement delivery teams across a portfolio of projects including the mentoring and coaching of more junior colleagues and emerging leadership skills.

  • Manage and lead the development of bid winning tender responses.

  • Understand client needs and advise on source to pay improvement activities for technology, process and organisation design.

  • Support end-to-end strategy to implementation of procurement’s digital and analytics capabilities, including but not limited to SAP Ariba, Coupa, Jaggaer, etc.

  • Maintain an understanding of advancements in technology and innovations which are happening across digital, analytics, the Procurement ecosystem and broader marketplace.

  • Work with clients and team members to provide leadership and direction for the preparation of tender and contract documents and procurement processes.

  • Manage and lead the creation of strategic change and actionable plans to align supply chains with clients’ business objectives and priorities.

  • Work on client projects through the project lifecycle, from sale/ deal closure to solution design and activity planning, successful delivery, contract management and knowledge capture.

  • Diagnose and tackle complex procurement and supply chain-related business problems, across large-scale consulting engagements, designing and implementing solutions that can demonstrate benefits and value delivered.

  • Interface with the programme managers, project managers and planners to deliver professional and competent advice and support, to ensure that projects are managed in accordance with the contract and meeting the required reporting deadlines.

  • Understand and follow procurement risk management and processes to support the project manager, client and wider project team in necessary change and commercial aspects of project delivery.

  • Identify and secure further work opportunities for BearingPoint

What can you expect from us?

  • You will have the opportunity to work cross-industry on projects in all sectors from retail through to public sector.

  • You will work in a global organisation that is large enough to offer a wide variety of challenging opportunities, but in a local community where everyone to knows your name and is always willing to offer support.

  • You will be supported to continuously grow and develop your career and have the opportunity to support and mentor junior consultants.

  • Access to training – A diverse range of high-quality local training as well as firmwide multi-day programs e.g. Senior Consultant program with Oxford Business School, Female Leadership Training with ESCP Europe Business School.

  • You will work with other like-minded and creative individuals to develop new ideas that have the potential to make a real difference to the businesses we work with.

  • You will have the opportunity to support the development of new business and service offerings.

Why work for us?


We offer a competitive benefits package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive benefits package includes support for flexible working and professional progression: at BearingPoint, you can pick and choose benefits to suit your needs covering health well-being, pension contributions and your own career development. Plus, we offer:


  • Professional development: In order to aid career progression, you will be provided with the opportunity to attend exclusive business courses to help accelerate professional and network growth.

  • Entrepreneurial spirit: Stewardship is at the heart of what we do. It is reflective of our Partners’ long term wish to develop our people, and develop others, whilst continuously building a stronger firm for the benefit of future generations.

  • Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

  • Hybrid Working: Our hybrid working policy is designed to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our people, to provide a better work/life balance, attract and retain a more diverse workforce and to reduce the impact on the environment through reduced commute times and international travel.

  • Frequent coaching and direct feedback to ensure we maintain our very open and collaborative culture.

For further information, please see BearingPoint’s careers website.


Equality Inclusion


BearingPoint is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce where each individual feels they belong. Fostering a work environment with a strong sense of community and where everyone can thrive is a core pillar of our business. We are focused on attracting and retaining the best people with the right skills and the desire to deliver excellent results, regardless of background. In return, we will provide a working environment in which everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to fulfil their potential, where their talents are fully utilised and company goals are met. We celebrate the strength that comes from our similarities and our differences through local initiatives which promote inclusion, outreach, and respect.


About BearingPoint


BearingPoint is an independent management and technology consultancy with European roots and a global reach. The company operates in three business units: Consulting, Products, and Capital. Consulting covers the advisory business with a clear focus on selected business areas. Products provides IP-driven digital assets and managed services for business-critical processes. Capital delivers MA and transaction services. BearingPoint’s clients include many of the world’s leading companies and organizations. The firm has a global consulting network with more than 13,000 people and supports clients in over 70 countries, engaging with them to achieve measurable and sustainable success.

Procurement Manager
BearingPoint UK

https://www.bearingpoint.com/
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Kiumars Hamidian
$500 million to $1 billion (USD)
1001 to 5000 Employees
Private Practice / Firm
Business Consulting
2009
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