Manager - Sourcing

Company Description

Who we are

We are one of the largest international law firms in the world. With over 30 offices across the globe, we strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, providing them with the highest-quality advice and legal insight, which combines the firm’s global standards with in-depth local expertise.

Our firm, work and people span jurisdictions, cultures, and languages. We offer our clients a truly international perspective. We believe every career should be rewarding and stimulating - full of opportunities to learn, thrive, and grow. That’s why we’re so proud of our inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work.

You’ll find our clients in commercial and industrial sectors, the financial investor community, governments, regulators, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organisations. But no matter who they are or why they’ve reached out to us, we provide a world-class service every step of the way. And that’s possible thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and conscientious approach to work that you’ll find across all of our teams.

Whichever area of the business you join, you’ll become an integral part an innovative, diverse and ambitious team of people. Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds and the best of colleagues meet.

Job Description

The role

Job Overview

The Procurement Department at Clifford Chance plays a crucial role in securing optimal commercial agreements for the firm, reducing risk, and ensuring sustainability in sourcing practices. This role involves leading strategic sourcing projects from end to end, covering categories such as Human Resources, Finance, Marketing and Technology.

Who you will work with

This is a global role that will require engagement with stakeholders across a number of offices. The individual will work day-to-day with the procurement team, risk teams, business stakeholders, fee earners, and individuals up to the Executive Director level.

What you will be responsible for

The Sourcing Manager will be responsible for key relationships and global areas of spend, including:

• Human Resources
• Finance
• Marketing
• Technology

They will act as a procurement subject matter expert across their area.

They will collaborate with the Procurement team and their stakeholders.

They will negotiate commercial and contract terms with suppliers.

They will support initiatives to ensure growing compliance and adherence to the firm's global procurement policies.

They will contribute as a member of the Procurement team and help drive the Procurement value proposition.

What you will do

As a member of the wider Procurement team, the Sourcing Manager is expected to build the sourcing strategy, run and manage RFPs, structure and mark up contracts, negotiate and build relationships with suppliers, manage internal stakeholders, and work as part of a team.

Presentation and influencing skills are paramount; the ability to articulate complex projects and agreements up to the Executive Director level will be required.

A strong understanding of Procurement best practices, processes, and tools and their application to a comparable organisation is essential.

A strong understanding of key procurement methodologies and categories, including Human Resources, Finance, Marketing and Technology, is necessary.

Qualifications

Your experience

Primary

• Good experience in identifying and delivering significant cost savings and efficiency opportunities through the development of global sourcing strategies.
• Good experience in leading large, complex global Human Resources, Finance, Marketing and Technology procurement projects and working with multiple stakeholders across the globe.
• Good experience in negotiating and marking up supplier contracts.
• Experience in managing and influencing challenging stakeholders and suppliers.
• Experience in presenting to senior leadership teams and project committees.

Professional Expertise

• 8+ years' experience working in a multinational organisation with exposure to non-Indian work cultures.
• At least 2+ years of experience in a leading position (independent projects).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's and/or an MBA degree from a reputed institute. A procurement-related qualification from a reputed institute is desirable.

How we will support you

From your first day with us, you will have varied opportunities to continuously grow and development your skills and knowledge. From formal training, informal coaching and mentoring through to skills-based and technical training and on the job learning.

You can also get involved in a variety of employee affinity groups. There is also opportunity to be part of charitable events and volunteering 

Additional Information

Equal opportunities statement

At Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society. 

We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age. This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment.

We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.

Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity, an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm. 

Find out more about our inclusive culture here.