Head of Procurement - IT and Professional Services Job at Travelodge Hotels Limited

Head of Finance and Procurement

Allen Lane are supporting the Security Industry Authority (SIA) in their search ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

78801.00 - 86000.00 GBP / Year

Allen Lane

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A relevant professional accountancy qualification (applicants must be qualified within a CCAB body)
Strong knowledge and experience of central government finances, including IFRS, Managing Public Money, the Government Financial Reporting Manual, and HM Treasury guidelines
Experienced in providing a board and/or senior managers with high quality financial analysis to inform significant strategic and operational business decisions
A high intellectual capacity and the ability to move between strategic thinking and technical detail across a broad range of complex finance and commercial workstreams
Experience of leading a well-respected professional services team that provides excellent customer service
Evidence of sound management of resources, contracts, and budgets to achieve high performing, value for money service delivery
The ability to deliver in a demanding environment at pace, exercising professional judgment and a high level of personal integrity in providing timely advice and constructive challenge
An experienced communicator and influencer, with the ability to proactively manage a variety of stakeholders up to and including board level, to ensure good relationships are maintained and successful organisational outcomes achieved
Inclusive leadership skills, with a demonstrable commitment to developing and nurturing a diverse, inclusive, and talented team that delivers results and innovates within their finance and procurement specialisms

Job Responsibility

Responsible for all SIA financial reporting, controls, and risks
Liaise on financial matters with key stakeholders, including the SIA Accounting Officer, Board, Home Office, GIAA, and NAO
Play a critical role in financial planning and the production of the Annual Report and Accounts
Profession lead for the finance profession at the SIA
Member of the Senior Leadership Team
Overall responsibility for the Finance and Procurement Team of 11 staff
Ensuring the capital allocation is spent in year and appropriate approvals are in place

What we offer

32.5 days annual leave entitlement (plus Bank Holidays)
Eligibility to the Civil Service pension scheme (employer contribution of 28.97%)
36-hour working week
Hybrid working

Fulltime

Head of IT Procurement

Reporting to the Group Procurement Director, the Head of Technology Procurement ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Alter Domus

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A proven track record in global procurement roles preferably within a financial services or professional services context
Expert knowledge in managing Consultancy, Legal Services, Facilities & HR categories
A wide knowledge of procurement Category Management portfolio strategy
Superior business insight and commercial acumen combined with strong technical expertise, analytical problem-solving skills
Intellectual curiosity and a global mind-set, allowing you to partner effectively across teams and beyond with agility and flexibility
High energy and passion to drive the business and positively influence others
Adept at managing competing demands on your time, actively prioritising and remaining calm under pressure while navigating complexity and challenges with confidence and resilience
Strong interpersonal skills – influencing and building trust quickly, navigating complexity and ambiguity with confidence and negotiating with tenacity and focus
Ability to manage diverse stakeholders ranging from board members to finance professionals in the team
Personal resilience in the context of an international company in high-growth mode

Job Responsibility

Partner across all global functions to develop and implement optimal strategic sourcing strategies
Harness expert knowledge of the industry and the commercial models to ensure optimised commercial and vendor relationships
Build categories and long-term strategic plans whilst also being able to deliver operationally
Apply leverage with suppliers
Be comfortable with ambiguity whilst the Procurement Transformation is being implemented
Be accountable for the sustainable delivery of best total value and the most desirable total cost of ownership
Lead all elements of spend management for your categories, including strategic understanding of the supply market place, pricing and term negotiations, preparation and analysis of bid proposals/packages, supplier selection, negotiation and communication with users
Implement a robust set of KPIs and measurement practices to ensure best-in-class supplier agreements
Drive change when necessary, delivering communications and directions to the team
Promote and build Alter Domus' brand and culture both internally and externally

What we offer

Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave
Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday
Continuous mentoring along your career progression
Active sports, events and social committees across our offices
24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program
The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan
Plus additional local benefits depending on your location

Fulltime

New

Senior sales hunter

The Senior Sales Hunter will spearhead new business development in the Hi-Tech a...

Location

United States , Plano

Salary:

170600.00 - 283000.00 USD / Year

NTT DATA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
MBA preferred
10+ years of B2B sales leadership experience, including ~5-10 years focused on F&A outsourcing, BPS/digital finance/analytics, or AI-enabled services targeting large enterprise professional-services or hi-tech organisations
Proven track record of hunting new business (not just account farming) and closing multi-million-dollar deals in the U.S./North America
Deep understanding of Finance & Accounting processes (record-to-report, procure-to-pay, order-to-cash, financial close, FP&A) and how technology (RPA, AI/Generative AI, analytics) is disrupting them
~5 years of experience selling into or working in organisations offering outsourcing/BPS/shared-services
~10 years of experience in consultative solution selling, articulate service/solution propositions, negotiating contracts
ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders at C-level
Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
rapid credibility with senior finance executives

Job Responsibility

Drive end-to-end new-business acquisition within the Hi-Tech & Professional Services segment, targeting software, cloud, and consulting firms adopting service-as-software models to transform their operating and revenue structures
Lead the full sales cycle: build and maintain a robust pipeline, engage at senior-executive level (CFO, VP Finance/Operations, Head Digital/Analytics, Procurement), develop and present a compelling value proposition, negotiate and close complex multi-millions service contracts
Sell advanced BPAS/BPS solutions and next-gen AI/Analytics/Automation offerings (robotic process automation, Generative AI, near-real-time reporting, CFO cockpit dashboards) into professional services/hi-tech clients
Develop solution-led value propositions leveraging deep domain knowledge of F&A (record-to-report, procure-to-pay, order-to-cash, financial close, FP&A), professional services business models (billing, project-based revenue, subscription models) and hi-tech operating-model transformation
Design and execute account-opening strategies across North America: target list creation, outbound prospecting (cold-calling/LinkedIn outreach), coordinate internal marketing/lead-generation, craft proposals and RFP responses, manage competitive positioning
Partner with internal teams (delivery, solution architecture, marketing, operations) to shape winning proposals and ensure smooth transition from sale to delivery
Manage sales pipeline, maintain CRM system (e.g., Salesforce), produce monthly/quarterly forecast and sales reports
input to leadership on target alignment and business-process-services goals
Stay abreast of market trends in hi-tech/professional services, offshoring/BPS models, AI-in-finance disruption and competitive landscape, and use this insight to inform service-offering design
Travel domestically (and occasionally internationally) to meet prospects, attend industry events, engage with senior decision-makers, analysts and advisors

What we offer

medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution
flexible spending or health savings account
life and AD&D insurance
short and long term disability coverage
paid time off
employee assistance
participation in a 401k program with company match
additional voluntary or legally-required benefits
incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance
commission/bonus tied to new-business quotas

Fulltime

Head of Finance

Allen Lane is supporting the Security Industry Authority (SIA) in their search f...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

69001.00 - 73000.00 GBP / Year

Allen Lane

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A relevant professional accountancy qualification (applicants must be qualified within a CCAB body)
Strong knowledge and experience of central government finances, including IFRS, Managing Public Money, the Government Financial Reporting Manual, and HM Treasury guidelines
Experienced in providing high quality financial analysis to inform strategic and operational business decisions
An intellectual capacity and ability to move between strategic thinking and technical detail across a range of complex finance workstreams
Experience of leading a well-respected professional services team that provides excellent customer service
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to proactively manage and influence a variety of stakeholders positively and work in a collaborative manner
Inclusive leadership skills, with a demonstrable commitment to developing and nurturing a diverse, inclusive, and talented team

Job Responsibility

Lead the SIA’s Finance Team, ensuring robust financial management, compliance, and value for money across all expenditure
Provide expert financial advice to senior leaders and support strategic planning
Oversee budgeting, reporting, and audit processes in line with public sector standards
Report to the SIA’s Head of Finance & Procurement and be responsible for a team of 6-7 staff
Responsible for activities related to Business Partnering, Management Accounting, Financial Accounting and Reporting, Financial Transactions, and Revenue Accounting
Oversee all SIA spend to ensure value for money and compliance with Managing Public Money guidelines

What we offer

27.5 days annual leave entitlement (plus Bank Holidays)
Eligibility to the Civil Service pension scheme (employer contribution of 28.97%)
36-hour working week
Hybrid working with a minimum of 1-2 days per week of office attendance expected

Fulltime

Head of Category Management

This is a critical leadership position within the Procurement function, accounta...

Location

United Kingdom , Central London

Salary:

63374.00 - 72617.00 GBP / Year

Allen Lane

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A relevant degree or equivalent experience, and/or a professional qualification such as MCIPS or NVQ Level 6 (or above)
Experience working in procurement within the Higher Education sector
Good knowledge of public sector procurement rules and regulations
Experience of understanding and challenging business requirements to deliver better value or services
Experience drafting contracts and supporting contract management
A track record of delivering value for money across a range of procurements, including tendering, frameworks, and contract management
Experience using electronic procurement systems (e.g. Bravo or similar) and finance systems
An understanding of project and risk management

Job Responsibility

Lead and manage the Category Team across all stages of the procurement process
Develop and deliver the Procurement Strategy, managing procurement projects as directed by the Group Head of Procurement and Payments
Lead procurement exercises of varying size and complexity, including tenders, frameworks, and mini-competitions
Work with internal teams to review and improve procurement practices
Produce management reports to demonstrate performance and best practice
Manage contracts to ensure ongoing value and effective delivery
Review and draft terms and conditions and provide contract-related advice

Fulltime

Vice President of Enterprise Solutions

The contents of this role profile outline the role and responsibilities of the V...

Location

United States , Houston

Salary:

130000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Year

Impellam Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, Communications, Human Resources, or related field
Master's degree preferred
10+ years of experience in B2B sales and account development
At least five years developing enterprise-level customers and targets, selling workforce solutions or comparable professional services
Proven track record of collaboratively leading cross-functional pursuit teams and delivering complex solutions to enterprise clients
Strong leadership-by-example behaviors with experience mentoring others with industry and pursuit insights in high-performance cultures
Advanced negotiation skills for complex, multi-stakeholder agreements
Deep expertise in MSP, services procurement, and human capital consulting preferred
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and executive relationship management skills
Strong business and financial acumen

Job Responsibility

Drive enterprise-level sales for workforce solutions, including outcome-based projects, Direct Sourcing, and Services Procurement and Workforce solutions Consulting and Advisory across Fortune 1000 organizations
Drive cross-functions alignment between multiple business units to ensure execution of complex, global deals
Develop and execute account penetration plans targeting executive, mid-leader, and front-line manager levels
Champion continuous improvement initiatives to optimize sales processes, enhance client engagement, and accelerate growth
Lead strategic planning for enterprise accounts to sales objectives with client business goals
Build and maintain relationships with C-suite and senior leaders (CIO, CPO, CFO, CMO, General Counsel, and operational heads)
Identify and engage complex buyer groups across multiple corporate functions
Leverage data driven insights to anticipate client needs and proactively propose innovative workforce solutions
Collaborate with internal teams to design integrated solutions that address cross-functional challenges and deliver measurable impact
Understand buyer journeys and group behaviors to influence decision-making

Fulltime

New

Principal Environmental Health Officer

Role Purpose: To take steps to improve the renting experience for the borough’s ...

Location

United Kingdom , Croydon

Salary:

35.00 - 38.00 GBP / Hour

Vox Consultants

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Fully qualified Environmental Health Officer OR A relevant qualification/degree (equivalent in relevant discipline). AND sufficient skills and experience commensurate with grade and a strong commitment to a professional career or public service.
Registered with the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) or Environmental Health Registration Board (EHRB) as a Registered Environmental Health Practitioner [REnvH], OR equivalent with other relevant professional group/ institute.
Membership of the CIEH or Chartered Institute of Housing (Certified Practitioner status) or equivalent
or eligibility to achieve such membership and a commitment to attain it within 6 months of appointment.
Successful completion of the Housing, Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) course. Post training experience of using HHSRS to inspect dwellings and take enforcement action
Knowledge of the English legal system, courts procedures and legal and investigation process including knowledge and application of the provisions of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE) and Criminal Procedure and Investigations Act (CPIA) and Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (RIPA).

Job Responsibility

To take steps to improve the renting experience for the borough’s private renters and improve the professionalism of landlords and property agents
including taking strong enforcement action against those that do not seek to comply with legislation and standards
To lead in at least one area of private sector housing and/or public health work.
To assist the PSH manager with developing policy and procedures in this area based on statutory guidance, relevant legislation, British standards, technical information and established best practice.
To have a full understanding of legislation relating to property and property management standards including, energy efficiency, electrical safety, gas safety, tenant’s fees, nuisance, fire safety, ASB and smoke and CO alarms so timely decisions can be made.
To support the PSHT manager with the procurement of services. Decisions in relation to the development of contracts, contract writing, contract schedules, specifications, tendering and the awarding of the contract. Feedback on the monitoring of spend against contract values and pricing schedule.
Support with the management of the contract including data management, data sharing, contract monitoring, performance and reporting.
Deciding on the most appropriate course of action in case work with regards to Housing Health and Safety Rating System assessments, licensing, public health and drainage legislation
To be conversant with the Housing Strategy, Housing Needs and Homelessness (HNN) division objectives. Review periodic service reports and to keep abreast of targets and whether objectives are being met.
To work to the performance targets set for individuals, teams and the EHTSL division.

Fleet Operations Specialist

As Fleet Operations Specialist, you will be the go-to expert for the management ...

Location

United Kingdom , Chorley

Salary:

28000.00 - 34000.00 GBP / Year

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar fleet role is essential
Proven Fleet Expertise: Demonstrable relevant knowledge, encompassing day-to-day operational coordination and regulatory compliance
Strategic Cost Management: Ability to review existing processes and implement new strategies to reduce cost
Stakeholder Engagement: Excellent communication and strong stakeholder relationship building skills to effectively manage and influence both external suppliers and internal stakeholders (UK & EU)
Operational Precision: Highly organised with a meticulous attention to detail, focusing on accuracy and process compliance
Analytical Insight: Strong analytical capabilities, with a good working knowledge of Excel and the proficiency to interpret data
Proactive Problem Solver: Professionally curious with a proactive approach to identifying issues and driving improvements
Must hold a valid, full, UK driving licence

Job Responsibility

FLEET MANAGEMENT: Vehicle acquisition – the purchase, lease and hire of commercial vehicles & company cars
Maintenance and repairs (preventative & reactive) – coordinating servicing, MOTs and breakdowns with venders and drivers to minimise down time and maximise vehicle availability, including arranging replacement vehicles to facilitate continuity
DRIVER SUPPORT: Driver queries and concerns
Fuel cards and mileage management
Ensuring proper vehicle usage
Registering vehicles for tolls and carpark whitelists
SAFETY & COMPLIANCE: Liaising with employees to ensure vehicles are road worthy
Managing accident claims with drivers, Parkingeye finance department and insurance company, recording appropriate details and completing claims forms
Understanding and ensuring adherence to regulation and internal policies
Updating the company on changes in legislation

Fulltime

Head of Procurement - IT and Professional Services

Travelodge Hotels Limited

Location:
United Kingdom

Category:
Purchasing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 01, 2026

Expiration:
February 06, 2026

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