Cost & Procurement Transformation Lead

Santander Consumer USA Inc.; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services institution in Milton Keynes is seeking a Cost and Procurement Manager to lead strategic procurement initiatives. This role involves optimizing costs and enhancing procurement effectiveness across the organization while managing risk and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in strategic sourcing within financial services and possess strong analytical skills to drive data-informed decisions. Join us to contribute to meaningful transformation in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Dynamic work culture

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading strategic sourcing initiatives in financial services.
• Hands-on experience with procurement in M&A activities.
• Strong analytical skills for cost driver analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end strategic procurement across key categories.
• Drive cost transformation activity and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with risk and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier relationship management

Cost analysis

Financial modeling

Agile environment experience

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Ariba

Cost Plan

Planview

Job description

A leading financial services institution in Milton Keynes is seeking a Cost and Procurement Manager to lead strategic procurement initiatives. This role involves optimizing costs and enhancing procurement effectiveness across the organization while managing risk and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in strategic sourcing within financial services and possess strong analytical skills to drive data-informed decisions. Join us to contribute to meaningful transformation in a dynamic environment.