Interim Procurement Systems & Process Manager

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

We are currently seeking a highly skilled Procurement Systems & Process Manager with a diverse background in both direct and indirect procurement as well as systems implementation, process development, and IT project management.

6-month contract, can be extended, on-site in Central London.

Project Overview

This role requires a balance of procurement expertise and system/process transformation skills, ensuring best-in-class purchasing operations while leveraging technology to drive efficiency, compliance, and cost savings.

Responsibilities

Procurement Process Design & Optimisation

Develop, implement, and refine end-to-end procurement processes for both direct and indirect categories

ERP & Procurement System Implementation

Serve as the procurement project lead in ERP system selection, design, and deployment to improve both direct and indirect procurement operations

Project Management & IT Collaboration

Act as a bridge between procurement, IT, and business units, ensuring procurement technology projects align with overall business goals.

Supplier & Stakeholder Engagement

Collaborate with Finance and IT teams to optimise procure-to-pay (P2P) automation and invoicing efficiency.

Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in procurement, with exposure to both direct and indirect categories.
• Proven experience in procurement system design, ERP implementation, and process automation.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Business Central, or similar software.
• Project management experience, ideally working with IT teams on system rollouts, integrations, or digital transformation initiatives.
• Deep understanding of procure-to-pay (P2P), contract management, supplier management, and sourcing processes.