Group Indirect Procurement Manager

James Fisher and Sons

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Group Indirect Procurement Manager will lead and deliver the organisation’s global indirect procurement strategy across a substantial spend portfolio, operating as a central Group function supporting both UK and international product lines. The role is responsible for driving cost optimisation, supplier rationalisation, and procurement standardisation across all indirect categories, while ensuring robust governance, commercial value delivery, and alignment with wider business objectives in support of the “One James Fisher” strategy. With leadership of a small team, the position will champion improved P2P efficiency, compliance, and consistent procurement practices, strengthening capability and performance across the Group. Some ad-hoc international travel will be required on occasion.

Requirements

Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
Significant experience in procurement, with a strong focus on indirect categories within a complex or multi-site organisation.
Proven experience in leading, managing, or developing procurement professionals.
Strong commercial acumen with demonstrable experience in supplier negotiation, contract management, and value delivery.
Experience developing and implementing category strategies and delivering measurable cost savings and efficiencies.
Experience establishing or operating within procurement governance frameworks, including policies, processes, and compliance controls.
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively across multiple functions and levels of the organisation.
Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels, balancing long-term planning with day-to-day delivery.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead discussions and present to senior stakeholders.
Experience using procurement systems, tools, and data to support decision-making and performance management.
Familiarity with LEAN problem-solving methodologies and work methods – standard work, 5S, A3, 6Sigma etc.
Data-led decision making.
Professional procurement qualification (e.g. CIPS) or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Accountable for developing and delivering Group-wide indirect category strategies, including sourcing, negotiation, and contract management to optimise cost, quality, and service.
Own and deliver a clear three-year pipeline of cost savings and value creation across indirect spend.
Lead, coach, and develop the indirect procurement team, driving performance and capability growth.
Deliver functional targets through effective performance tracking, reporting, and structured problem solving.
Establish and maintain procurement governance, policies, and standardised processes across the Group.
Ensure compliance with the Approved Vendor List and drive adoption of best practices and standards.
Develop policies, processes, tools, and reporting to enable compliant supplier onboarding in partnership with the AVL team.
Oversee supplier performance and relationships, rationalising the supply base and using market insight to inform sourcing and innovation.
Act as the central lead for indirect procurement, aligning with business priorities and managing supply chain risks to ensure continuity.