.Role: Procurement ManagerLocation: London (Weekly travel to London office required)Recently listed as a "RegTech Top Performer" in Market Fintech's RegTech Supplier Performance Report, CUBE is pioneering the development of machine automated compliance.We are a global RegTech business defining and implementing the gold standard of regulatory intelligence and change for the financial services industry.We deliver our services through a SaaS platform, powered by an innovative combination of AI and proprietary data ontology, to simplify the complex and everchanging world of compliance for our clients.At CUBE, we are creating the future and are a company rooted in strong values, team spirit and commitment to our customers and wider communities.We serve some of the largest financial institutions globally and are expanding our footprint very fast. As we do so, we are keen for new talent to join us and realize their full potential to grow into leadership positions within the business.Role mission:We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Procurement Manager to oversee the purchasing of products and services for our RegTech business. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of vendor lifecycle management, superb negotiation skills, and the ability to make sound decisions quickly.Responsibilities:Develop and Implement Procurement Strategies: Create and execute procurement and vendor management strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives.Vendor Management: Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products and services. Manage the vendor life cycle through onboarding, renewal, renegotiations, and offboarding.Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contracts, pricing, terms, and service level agreements with vendors.Market Research: Conduct market research to stay updated on the latest IT products and pricing trends.Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams to understand their needs and requirements.Compliance and Documentation: Ensure all procurement activities adhere to legal guidelines and company policies. Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.Issue Resolution: Resolve any issues or problems related to the delivery of products and services.Reporting: Provide regular reports on procurement activities to senior management.What we're looking for:Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement global sourcing and managing international suppliers, preferably in the tech industry / a related regulated industry.Skills:Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.Excellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities.Understanding of procurement within regulated and technology industries.Ability to work with numbers and analyze data.Strong communication and interpersonal skills