Project Manager, Procurement

Nicholas Howard are delighted to be recruiting for a Project Manager, Procurement.

We are seeking an experienced Contingent Workforce Program Lead (inside IR35) to support the continued evolution and expansion of our client's global contingent workforce program. In this highly visible role, the successful candidate will partner with business leaders and cross-functional stakeholders across HR, Shared Services, Procurement, Finance, Legal, and regional teams to help scale the program into additional countries and markets, strengthen governance and compliance, and identify opportunities to improve operational effectiveness.

The ideal candidate brings deep contingent workforce expertise and a strong understanding of global workforce programs, supplier management, compliance requirements, and workforce operations, with a particular focus on Europe and EMEA. This individual will play a key role in advancing strategic initiatives, shaping scalable processes, and serving as a trusted advisor to stakeholders across the region.

Please note this is a remote role, however, occasional travel to the office in London will be required.

Key Responsibilities:

Contingent Workforce / MSP:

• Support the delivery and continuous improvement of the client's contingent workforce program, with a focus on MSP-supported labor solutions.
• Collaborate with the MSP and internal partners to execute contingent labor processes and resolve service delivery issues.

Procurement / Category Management:

• Lead procurement activities focused on external workforce category management and supplier coordination.
• Analyse demand and sourcing needs to align procurement activities with broader category strategies.

Governance, Change, and Continuous Improvement:

• Champion continuous improvement as a change agent for procurement and contingent workforce activities.
• Optimize process efficiency, controls, and user experience across service delivery streams.

Stakeholder Management:

• Foster collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders and MSP partners.
• Negotiate solutions and resolve complex issues with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Procurement, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of experience in procurement, contingent workforce management, workforce solutions, staffing, MSP operations or a related field.
• Experience supporting or working within an MSP / contingent labor program is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading, building, or transforming contingent workforce programs in complex, enterprise environments.
• Strong knowledge of European/EMEA labor markets, worker classification, and co-employment compliance.
• Experience supporting global or multinational contingent workforce programs.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives involving compliance, process improvement, governance, or workforce operations.
• Strong understanding of contingent workforce compliance considerations, including worker classification, tenure management, and co-employment risk.
• Experience partnering with senior stakeholders across HR, Procurement, Legal, and business functions.
• Demonstrated success influencing change and driving operational excellence in a matrixed organization.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strategic & Functional: Deep understanding of procurement, category management, and external workforce operating models.
• Compliance: High attention to detail with a strong focus on mitigating labor risks and regulatory adherence.
• Analytical: Data-driven mindset with the ability to translate trends into actionable insights.
• Communication: Exceptional influencing and stakeholder management skills; ability to bridge functions and cultures.
• Adaptability: Proven track record of managing ambiguity and delivering solutions across diverse time zones.

Should you wish to be considered for this position, please apply below.