Procurement Manager, Direct Spend – Content

Job title:

Procurement Manager, Direct Spend – Content

Company

RELX

Job description

Ready to drive strategic sourcing in a dynamic environment?Can you use your experience in Direct Spend procurement to enhance our capabilities?About our TeamThe RELX Global Procurement function is a strategic procurement organization with global responsibilities for the sourcing of direct and indirect spends, structured along spend categories.Reporting to the Chief Procurement Officer are Category leads for Direct Spend (Content Acquisition and Development, Content Operations, PPB and Distribution), Technology, Indirect Spend (Travel, Marketing, Consulting, External Labour etc.) and Facilities & General, together with a CFO. This role is part of the Direct Category, with focus on Content to source new requirements and re-tender existing agreements.About the RoleYou will be a highly experienced and/or qualified professional. This role requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines. You will demonstrate mastery of concepts and procedures in Content Acquisition and Operations. You will solve complex problems using critical thinking, works independently, requires minimal guidance.Responsibilities

• Developing sourcing/procurement strategies for Direct spend in Content Acquisition, Development and Content Operations.
• Initiating new strategic partnerships and managing existing ones with suppliers.
• Analyzing legal terms, obtaining project requirements, and negotiating favorable conditions with suppliers.
• Collaborating with stakeholders for alignment on cost management and revenue enablement.
• Evaluating essential services and skillfully navigating negotiations for Content Operation initiatives.
• Developing supplier resources and capabilities while managing demand.
• Redesigning processes and supply chains to deliver cost reduction and efficiency strategies.
• Liaising with Procurement colleagues to leverage spend and suppliers for increased value.

Requirements

• Have experience in developing and executing procurement strategies when it comes to direct spend for Content Acquisition, Development and Operations
• Be able to build relationships with external suppliers and vendors as well as internal stakeholders
• Have experience with price and contract negotiations while working closely with Legal on procurement contracts
• Possess experience working globally in a fast paced environment
• Work independently, requiring minimal guidance.

Work in a way that works for youWe promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.Working for youWe know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:

• Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days
• Health screening, eye care vouchers and private medical benefits
• Wellbeing programs
• Life assurance
• Access to a competitive contributory pension scheme
• Save As You Earn share option scheme
• Travel Season ticket loan
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Optional Dental Insurance
• Maternity, paternity and shared parental leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to emergency care for both the elderly and children
• RECARES days, giving you time to support the charities and causes that matter to you
• Access to employee resource groups with dedicated time to volunteer
• Access to extensive learning and development resources
• Access to employee discounts scheme via Perks at Work

About the BusinessRELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers in the Risk, Scientific, Technical & Medical, Legal, and Exhibitions sectors.RELX serves customers in more than 180 countries and has offices in about 40 countries. It employs more than 36,000 people over 40% of whom are in North America. The headquarters is in London. The market capitalization is about £60bn ($80bn), making it one of the 10 largest listed companies in the UK. The company is listed on the London Stock Exchange, Euronext and NYSE.RELX is an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form: , or please contact 1-855-833-5120.Please read our .

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Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Sat, 27 Jul 2024 06:57:21 GMT

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