We’re looking for a Digital Solutions Procurement Manager - Sourcing join us in LondonAs a Digital Procurement Solution Manager – Sourcing, you will be instrumental in Liberty Blume’s technology enabled sourcing solution via autonomous sourcing, autonomous negotiations and e-auction capabilities. You will define, prioritize, and deliver sourcing-related features in alignment with our overall solution strategy and in close collaboration with other Digital Procurement Solution Managers across the procurement ecosystem.This role requires strong expertise in competitive sourcing, including RFPs, RFQs, e-auctions, tactical and tail- spend sourcing and the use of AI to streamline sourcing pack creation and bid analysis. You will lead the standardization and configuration of sourcing templates within e-sourcing platforms, and train AI models to support efficient sourcing delivery and enable stakeholder-led, autonomous sourcing.You will own sourcing-related backlog items prioritizing, in alignment with other Digital Procurement Solution Managers, to ensure seamless integration across buying channels, including orchestration and pricing automation. The role also focuses on enabling automated rate benchmarking and delivering actionable sourcing insights to drive continuous value creation.The ideal candidate will be hard-working, motivated and resilient, with demonstrable experience working within a fast paced service design/delivery environment. Relevant experience in a leading procurement technology provider, in-house procurement Centre of Excellence, or a strategic sourcing function. Familiarity with commercial terms and supplier agreements is a strong advantage.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIESE-Sourcing vision and strategy: Define and evolve the sourcing solution vision and roadmap to enable seamless, insight-driven sourcing experiences across autonomous sourcing, negotiations, e-auctions, and emerging AI tools. Ensure full lifecycle integration—from sourcing request to award and downstream purchasing—while driving efficiency, scalability, and business value.Sourcing and Pricing Templates: Establish and maintain standardized sourcing templates—including pricing formats, RFP structures, questionnaires, kick-off decks, and award decision documents—tailored to customer needs and sourcing categories. Configure these within e-sourcing tools, leveraging AI to enable efficient, scalable, and high-quality execution.Sourcing Policy and Process: Partner with the policy and governance teams to drive continuous improvement of sourcing practices by introducing innovative approaches such as guided buying, autonomous sourcing, agile or rapid RFx. Participate in drafting, maintaining, and implementing sourcing policies, procedures, and customer- specific guidelines—including support for multiple buying channels—while promoting standardization, ESG alignment in close collaboration with adjacent functions.Sourcing Insights and Analytics: Establish and continuously enhance sourcing analytics capabilities, including dashboards and reporting on sourcing cycle times, supplier participation, savings performance, pricing benchmarks, and award outcomes. Partner with the Data & Insights team to build robust sourcing data models that enable predictive, actionable insights to drive value and improve sourcing strategies.Sourcing Backlog Ownership and Configuration: Be familiar with leading e-sourcing platforms and obtain relevant certifications to configure preferred tools independently. Translate business requirements into sourcing system configurations and lead functional testing. Own and prioritize the sourcing solution backlog across multiple connected solutions and platforms. Collaborate with other Digital Procurement Solution Managers to deliver integrated solutions (i.e. orchestration, ERP, CLM) that enhance the end-to-end sourcing experience and ensure alignment, efficiency, and functional completeness across the procurement ecosystem.Client Enablement: Collaborate with commercial/pre-sales teams to design compelling solution proposals and implementation plans. Participate in client engagements, define best practices and support clients in implementation of those if requested.Innovation and AI Enablement: Evaluate and support the implementation of innovative sourcing technologies, including agentic AI, to enhance sourcing event creation, supplier engagement, bid analysis, and decision-making. Lead the functional design and rollout of intelligent sourcing features, ensuring they are purpose-built and deliver measurable business value. Proactively scout the market for emerging tools and capabilities to keep the sourcing ecosystem at the forefront of innovation.Change Management: Lead change management for e-sourcing-related initiatives. Ensure high user adoption through effective communication, training, and stakeholder engagement. Develop and maintain up-to-date training materials, conduct briefings and demos, and facilitate feedback loops for continuous improvement.Incidents/Issue Resolution: Alerted on critical incidents associated related to sourcing tools operations, participate in defining hot fixes/workarounds for major faults with relevant technology partners.Collaboration and Partner Engagement: Collaborate closely with industry technology partners, cross-functional teams, including LBPS delivery, strategy and other teams, Blume Technology, and Finance, Legal and other adjacent functions to ensure alignment and seamless sourcing process practices.KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCEPREFERRED EDUCATION/ QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business administration, supply chain management, procurement, or a related field. An advanced degree is a plus. Hands-on experience with issuing RFPs, running e-auctions, managing autonomous sourcing workflows, and conducting negotiations is highly desirableQualifications and/or experience in relation to project management/process improvement methodologies e.g. Agile, Lean Six Sigma preferred.SKILLS & ABILITIESStrong understanding of sourcing processes, including RFI/RFP/RFQ management, auctions, and negotiation workflows.Proven experience as a product owner, global process owner or similar role focused on procurement or sourcing-related platforms.Familiarity with suite and best of breed autonomous sourcing technologies, AI/ML-based optimization, and e-sourcing platformsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex requirements into actionable solutions, excellent communication and social skillsStrong knowledge of agile methodologies, including writing user stories, managing backlogs, and collaborating with cross-functional teamsWhat’s in it for you? Competitive salary + Bonus **where applicable**25 days annual leave with the option to purchase 5 moreAccess to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical, critical illness cover and dental insuranceMatched pension contribution up to 10%Access to our car benefit schemeAccess to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with usThe chance to join an innovative, fast-paced and passionate teamWho we are: Liberty Blume, a Liberty Global company, is a rapidly growing business services provider, specialising in tech-enabled back-office solutions. Our mission is to deliver efficiency, scale and value to our customers through Business, Procurement and Financial Solutions. If you’re curious, customer centric and enjoy being one step ahead, join us on our scale up journey and unlock your freedom to grow!Liberty Global is an equal opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive environment and accommodating all candidates. We’re eager to hear from you, no matter your background.
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