Senior Consultant (Procurement)

ABOUT SQUARCLE / THE TEAM Squarcle is a growing supply chain and performance excellence consultancy dedicated to driving the performance of our clients. We are people orientated and pride ourselves on our people's first culture. Unlike many consultancies, Squarcle is as equally dedicated to delivery as it is designed. The procurement capability is responsible for the provision of expert procurement and commercial advice to clients that function within the public sector. The fast-growing team is made up of subject matter experts that work to an Account Director to deliver the client mandate. Working together but often independently, each consultant will be expected to work, onsite and remotely, with the client on complex and engagements. We enhance procurement performance through strategic sourcing, supplier optimisation, digital transformation, and data-driven decision-making. Squarcle is committed to equality and diversity, and our aim is to build a diverse, dedicated, and high-performing team of subject matter experts to help our clients achieve supply chain and operational excellence.
JOB OVERVIEW / INTRODUCTION As a Senior Consultant within our Procurement Capability, you will play a pivotal role in providing procurement and commercial expertise to clients, primarily within the public sector. You will be responsible for leading work packages and supporting complex client engagements to develop and deliver compliant, commercially robust procurement solutions that achieve meaningful outcomes for our clients. With your experience, you will contribute to business development efforts, be responsible for mentoring junior consultants, and support the success of the consulting practice. As a growing consultancy, responsibilities will evolve according to client and business needs. Senior Consultants are therefore expected to work flexibly across client delivery, capability development, people development and business growth.
PRIMARY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Squarcle Management Responsibilities

• Support the internal staffing processes including performance management of assigned individuals.
• Encourage effective working in diverse teams within an inclusive team culture where people are recognised for their contribution.
• Conduct performance reviews and annual appraisals for performance appraisees.
• Coach and mentor team members within the individual’s area of expertise.

Client Engagement and Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor and aiming to ensure buy-in for case change and delivery approach.
• Understand client business objectives, challenges, and industry trends.
• Collaborate with clients to identify areas for improvement and develop innovative solutions based upon specialist expertise and knowledge.
• Ensure high client satisfaction through effective communication and timely delivery of project milestones and deliverables.

Engagement Management and Execution

• Lead workstreams within wider engagements from initiation to completion, including planning, mobilisation, deliverable design, content development, risk management/escalation) ensuring successful delivery and closure.
• Support project leadership with the development of scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with the client.
• Provide subject matter expertise, guidance and oversight to consultants, ensuring quality standards and processes of the client and Squarcle are followed, are consistent and in accordance with the Squarcle quality assurance process.

Business Development

• Identify and pursue follow-on work and new business opportunities with existing and potential clients.
• Contribute to the sales and bid processes.

Team Leadership and Mentorship

• Provide leadership and guidance to a team of consultants, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Mentor and develop junior consultants and Analysts, assisting in their professional growth.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and identify training needs.
• Foster knowledge sharing and best practices within the consulting team.

Thought Leadership and Industry Expertise

• Stay updated on developments in public procurement, commercial best practice and emerging technologies, including the use of digital and AI solutions to improve procurement processes and outcomes.
• Participate in professional development activities, such as attending seminars or pursuing relevant certifications.

SECONDARY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the business development activities of Squarcle such as pursuit development and production of thought papers
• Develop and refine Squarcle methods and processes
• Support to wider team activities e.g., knowledge sessions, recruitment etc

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE ESSENTIAL

• Degree or post graduate level qualification
• 3-5 years’ experience of delivering complex public procurement projects.
• Experience of managing and influencing senior internal and external stakeholders in a complex and challenging environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work in multi-disciplinary environments
• Well-developed core consulting skills e.g. research, analysis, presentation, and attention to detail
• Advanced communication skills both written and verbal
• Aptitude to grasp new concepts and effectively produce results
• Exceptional problem-solving skills – an analytical, innovative, and creative mindset
• Exceptional client service
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Suite; specifically Excel and PowerPoint
• A worthy team player dedicated to contributing toward the outcome desired by the team
• Successful candidates must be prepared to apply for, and pass security clearance, before they are appointed

DESIRABLE

• Previous experience in consulting
• Chartered Membership within a related field (e.g. logistics, procurement, supply chain) 
• Project Management Qualification (Prince2, APM, Agile, Scrum etc) 
• An understanding of the Defence, Security, or Policing sectors

What we offer We believe great work deserves great rewards. Here’s what you can expect as part of the team:

• Generous leave package
  • 26 days of annual leave (including your birthday!) plus UK bank holidays - increasing to 27 days after three years, and 28 after seven years
  • You’ll also get five extra days for your 5 and 10-year anniversaries
  • Additional leave for members of the Reserve Forces and CFAV.
• Private medical insurance
  • Provided once you’ve completed your probation.
• Recognition and rewards
  • £1,000 referral bonus for successful hires
  • Performance-related awards
  • Milestone and life-event hampers to celebrate life’s big moments
• Development & learning
  • Annual training week abroad
  • Funding for qualifications that benefit both you and the business
• Travel & wellbeing
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Discounted travel through funded railcards
• Pension
  • Our pension provider is NOW Pensions; pension contributions are 3% employer and 5% employee

We review our benefits regularly to ensure they stay competitive and meaningful - so this list may evolve as we grow. Our working hours are 8:30 am – 5:30 pm (with an hour for lunch), Monday – Friday.
Apply now and take the next step toward doing work that matters, with a team that’s shaping the future of supply chain consulting.
Want to learn more about who we are and how we work? Our Recruitment Booklet gives you a deeper insight into our culture, values, and what it’s like to be part of our team. It also explains our grading structure, so you can understand how roles are positioned, how progression works, and what we look for at each level, helping you decide if we’re the right fit for you and you’re the right fit for us. 251219_Recruitment-Brochure-updates-Pages-and-Spreads_IG.pdf
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This role requires you to have lived in the UK for the last 5 years and obtain Security Check (SC) security clearance. Clearance must be obtained without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role you’ve been recruited for. If it isn’t obtained, or is obtained but with caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role, any conditional offer made to you will be withdrawn. Obtaining SC security clearance can be a lengthy process, and we reserve the right to withdraw any conditional offer made if the necessary security clearance isn’t obtained within 6 months. If you hold dual citizenship or nationality from another country, please make us aware of this during the application phase. We’re unable to offer visa sponsorship. Privacy Policy - Squarcle Consulting Ltd. We’re committed to creating a diverse environment. We embrace differences and hire based on merit, giving equal consideration to all applications, regardless of gender, background, and race.