Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist (Marketing Category) £700/day (inside IR35) Leeds or Edinburgh. We’re seeking an experienced Procurement professional to join a leading financial services organisation on an initial 6-month contract . This role focuses on marketing spend / marketing category , offering the opportunity to lead strategic sourcing activity, optimise supplier performance, and deliver tangible commercial value in a complex, high-profile environment - so you'll have a strong background in Marketing spend. You’ll act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, driving best practice procurement and influencing key business decisions while ensuring compliance, governance, and risk mitigation remain front of mind. 2 days/week in the office (Leeds or Edinburgh) and 3 days from home. This role is inside IR35.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and delivery of category strategies across marketing spend
• Lead strategic sourcing activity and supplier negotiations
• Drive cost reduction and value optimisation (TCO focus)
• Build and manage key supplier relationships and governance frameworks
• Provide expert procurement advice to senior stakeholders
• Ensure robust contract management , including risk mitigation
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities
• Maintain compliance with procurement policies, processes, and audit requirements
• Collaborate across procurement and wider business teams to deliver outcomes

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong Procurement experience within marketing / media / advertising categories
• Proven track record in marketing category management and strategic sourcing
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
• Experience managing complex supplier ecosystems
• Strong understanding of contracts, commercial risk, and governance

This role is for an initial 6 months, 2 days/week in the office and 3 from home. £700/day Inside IR35. If this sounds of interest, please do send me your CV to start a conversation around this.