Job Description

The Procurement Lead will be responsible for setting up and driving a global procurement function for a lean, fast-paced organisation with offices across multiple regions. This role will serve as the central point of contact for senior leadership, ensuring a unified procurement approach that supports efficiency and cost optimisation across the business.

• Develop and implement a global procurement strategy aligned with organisational objectives across multiple offices.
• Establish and standardise procurement processes from the ground up, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
• Act as the central point of contact for senior leadership, driving a centralised procurement function and best practices.
• Manage and negotiate contracts to optimise costs and mitigate risks.
• Oversee key indirect spend categories, including professional services, recruitment, travel, IT, and related operational costs.
• Drive cost savings and supplier performance improvements through strategic sourcing, vendor management, and benchmarking.

Opportunity to establish the procurement function from ground upWork closely with the leadership to drive strategic initiatives
Experience:

• 8-10 years in procurement, with proven ability to operate independently in a lean, fast-paced environment

Skills & Background:

• Strong expertise in procurement processes and contract management
• Exposure to multiple indirect spend categories (professional services, recruitment, travel, IT)
• Ability to conceptualise and implement procurement frameworks from scratch
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Mindset & Attributes:

• Hands-on "doer" approach with strategic thinking capability
• Agile, adaptable, and comfortable working closely with senior leadership
• Team player with a focus on efficiency and cost optimisation

The client is a global asset management firm with a portfolio worth several billion dollars, operating across multiple international markets. They maintain a lean, fast-paced organisational structure and focus on delivering strategic investment solutions worldwide.

• Opportunity to build the procurement function from scratch in a lean, fast-paced organisation, working closely with senior leadership.
• Global exposure and career growth within a rapidly expanding organisation, offering long-term development and strategic impact.

Skills Required