Interim Procurement Lead - Marketing Spend and;6-700/d Leeds

We''re seeking an experienced Procurement professional to join a leading financial services organisation on an initial 6-month contract. This role focuses on marketing spend / marketing category, offering the opportunity to lead strategic sourcing activity, optimise supplier performance, and deliver tangible commercial value in a complex, high-profile environment. You''ll act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, driving best practice procurement and influencing key business decisions while ensuring compliance, governance, and risk mitigation remain front of mind. 2 days/week in the office (Leeds) and 3 days from home. This role is inside IR35. Key Responsibilities Support the development and delivery of category strategies across marketing spend Lead strategic sourcing activity and supplier negotiations Drive cost reduction and value optimisation (TCO focus) Build and manage key supplier relationships and governance frameworks Provide expert procurement advice to senior stakeholders Ensure robust contract management, including risk mitigation Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities Maintain compliance with procurement policies, processes, and audit requirements Collaborate across procurement and wider business teams to deliver outcomes Skills and Experience Required Strong Procurement experience within marketing / media / advertising categories Proven track record in marketing category management and strategic sourcing Excellent stakeholder engagement ..... full job details .....