Consultant (Procurement)

4C Associates Limited; City of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the UK is seeking a Consultant with a background in procurement and sourcing. The successful candidate will lead initiatives to improve performance and drive cost reductions while collaborating closely with stakeholders. The role offers flexible working arrangements, a commitment to continuous learning, and participation in impactful projects. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical and negotiation skills and an ambition to excel in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Continuous learning opportunities

Supportive collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in strategic sourcing or category management.
• Experience in public sector procurement is desirable.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement performance improvements.
• Lead procurement and cost reduction initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for impactful project delivery.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Proficiency in Excel

Job description

Do you have a procurement, supply chain or sourcing background?...

4C Associates is a leading commercial, supply chain, and operations consultancy, dedicated to driving transformative solutions through collaboration and innovation. Our mission is to create lasting, sustainable impact for our clients across both the public and private sectors—and for society as a whole.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking individuals with expertise in procurement and sourcing to join our ambitious team!

As a Consultant at 4C Associates, you will play a vital role in delivering impactful projects across our client base. You will work closely with stakeholders to identify and implement performance improvements, lead procurement and cost reduction initiatives, and much more.

What do we offer?

• We\'re a growing medium-sized consultancy, meaning the perfect balance of supportive collaboration and being able to make significant/recognisable impact with clients
• Currently going through a significant growth phase, equating to fantastic opportunities with regards to projects that make a difference - you won\'t get bored!
• Continuous learning opportunities supported by the 4C learning academy
• Flexible working arrangements

What we\'re looking for!

• Proven experience in strategic sourcing or category management, with the ability to lead initiatives independently.
• Experience working in a public sector procurement environment is desirable (understanding of frameworks, SC clearance etc.)
• Negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent analytical ability and proficiency in Excel.
• A collaborative and team-oriented approach to project delivery.
• Ambition and enthusiasm to drive results in a fast-paced, dynamic setting.

4C is proud of its inclusive culture and promotes the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of employment. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnerships and social background.