Flutter

LeadSourcingManager-6-MonthFTC

Leeds, United Kingdom; Dublin, Ireland; London, United Kingdom FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Lead Sourcing Manager - 6-Month FTC at Flutter. Skills: Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Category Management, Commercial negotiation. Lead strategic sourcing initiatives. Execute strategic sourcing initiatives”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Analytical capability; Experience using data and market insights to identify opportunities; Mitigate supplier risk; Improve commercial outcomes

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Extensive experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Category Management, Supply Chain, or Commercial roles, Proven track record delivering complex sourcing initiatives and commercial outcomes, Significant experience leading end-to-end sourcing and tendering processes (RFI/RFP/RFQ), Supplier selection, High-value contract negotiations, Commercial and financial acumen, Cost modelling, Value identification, Budgeting, Business case development, Proven ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders, Balancing business priorities, Delivering commercially sound sourcing decisions, Analytical capability, Experience using data and market insights to identify opportunities, Mitigate supplier risk, Improve commercial outcomes, Advanced proficiency in Excel, Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint, Ability to convert complex analysis into clear, compelling recommendations for executive audiences, Excellent communication skills, Excellent negotiation skills, Excellent relationship management skills, Experience managing senior stakeholders, Experience managing strategic suppliers, Resilient mindset, Adaptable mindset, Delivery-focused mindset, Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, matrixed, and evolving environment, Demonstrated leadership capability, Mentoring, Influencing, Driving sourcing excellence across teams

Nice to Have

Deep experience across Professional Services categories, Management Consulting, Legal, Finance, Risk, Audit, Advisory Services, Experience or interest in Corporate Real Estate (CRE), Facilities management, Workplace services, Capital projects, Property-related sourcing, Experience building category strategies, Delivering measurable value through supplier consolidation, Commercial optimisation, Partnership management, Executive presentation skills, Ability to articulate complex commercial strategies to senior stakeholders, Interest in leveraging emerging technologies, AI, Digital procurement tools, Enhance sourcing effectiveness, Enhance supplier management, Experience operating in a global, matrixed organisation, Multiple stakeholders, Competing priorities

What You'll Do.

Lead strategic sourcing initiatives

Execute strategic sourcing initiatives

Own sourcing programmes end-to-end

Develop category strategies

Implement category strategies

Act as strategic business partner

Act as trusted advisor

Lead commercial negotiations

Deliver financial analysis

Deliver commercial analysis

Drive supplier performance

Drive supplier governance

Embed risk management

Embed continuous improvement

Shape sourcing pipeline

Manage sourcing pipeline

Champion sourcing best practice

Champion sourcing governance

Champion sourcing consistency

Mentor junior professionals

Support junior professionals

Prepare executive insights

Present executive insights

Present sourcing recommendations

Present commercial outcomes

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance; Collaborate cross-functionally with HR; Collaborate cross-functionally with Legal; Collaborate cross-functionally with Real Estate; Collaborate cross-functionally with Facilities; Collaborate cross-functionally with Procurement; Collaborate cross-functionally with Business Leaders; Lead cross-functional engagement; Influence senior stakeholders; Engage senior stakeholders; Manage senior stakeholders; Manage strategic suppliers; Foster supplier relationships; Build partnership models

Communication Scope

Excellent communication skills; Executive-level insights; Executive-level recommendations; Executive-level outcomes

Process & Methodology

Lead complex sourcing programmes, Manage sourcing programmes end-to-end, Execute sourcing initiatives, Deliver sourcing initiatives

Full Job Description

Lead Sourcing Manager - 6-Month FTC Lead Procurement Manager (I) **Lead Sourcing Manager - Corporate & Professional Services** **Location – Leeds, Dublin or London Hybrid - 2 days per week (Dublin only) ** **6-Month Secondment / Fixed-Term Contract** As Lead Sourcing Manager, you will play a critical role in shaping and delivering Flutter’s sourcing strategy across Corporate and Professional Services categories globally. You will lead complex, high-value sourcing programmes, drive commercial value, influence senior stakeholders, and help mature procurement capability across the Group. This is a highly visible role requiring strategic thinking, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to lead cross-functional engagement to unlock value, reduce risk, and strengthen supplier partnerships. Experience in Corporate Real Estate (CRE), Facilities Management, or Workplace Services sourcing is highly advantageous. # **What You Will Do** * Lead the development and execution of strategic sourcing initiatives across a broad Corporate & Professional Services portfolio, including Professional Services, HR, Finance, Legal, Facilities Management, Corporate Real Estate (CRE), and Workplace Services. * Own complex, high-value sourcing programmes end-to-end — from opportunity assessment and category planning through to market engagement, RFI/RFP/RFQ execution, supplier selection, commercial negotiation, contracting, and implementation. * Develop and implement category strategies aligned to business priorities, leveraging market intelligence, supplier insights, spend analytics, and demand management to drive measurable commercial outcomes and long-term value creation. * Act as a strategic business partner and trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, influencing sourcing decisions, challenging demand where appropriate, and ensuring alignment with organisational priorities. * Lead commercial negotiations with strategic suppliers, balancing cost, quality, service, innovation, and risk whil

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