International Procurement Lead

1 month ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom British Council Full time

About the Organization: The British Council is committed to fostering peace and prosperity by building connections and understanding among individuals both in the UK and globally. Our goal is to empower individuals to transform their lives and contribute positively to society through education, networking, and creative collaboration.

Position: Global Procurement Specialist

Location: Various locations across the UK

Employment Type: Permanent

Employee Benefits:

  • 32 days of annual leave in addition to public holidays
  • 3 days allocated for volunteering activities
  • Career average defined benefit pension plan

Key Responsibilities:

  • Leverage business insights to offer support and guidance to internal stakeholders
  • Collect feedback to improve procurement methodologies and efficiency
  • Spot opportunities for process enhancements and execute necessary changes
  • Oversee budget management and deliver reports on financial performance and risks
  • Build and maintain relationships with both internal and external partners

Qualifications:

  • Significant experience in managing procurement projects
  • Expertise in negotiation and competitive tendering
  • Comprehensive understanding of procurement practices and Supplier Relationship Management
  • Strong business insight across diverse sectors
  • Knowledge of pricing strategies and risk evaluation

Language Proficiency: English (Level B2)

About Us: Become a part of our mission to create a more interconnected and trusted world as a Global Procurement Specialist at the British Council.

Commitment to EDI: We are dedicated to promoting Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in all facets of our operations.

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