About DELIVER:
DELIVER (www.deliver.events) is a fast-growing global B2B events company with industry-leading customer satisfaction. Guided by our principle—People, Planet, and Profit—we connect top retailers and vendors in commerce and supply chain sectors.
We are fully remote, fostering a diverse, talented team worldwide with a commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion. Proudly carbon and profit neutral, we reinvest profits into ethical and sustainable initiatives to contribute to a better world.
Job Title: Procurement & Finance Manager
Reports to: Finance & Excellence Director
Contract: Full Time / Permanent
Location: Global - Full remote
Annual Salary package: GBP 54000 : 45,000 basic salary + 20% Annual Bonus
Role Overview
As the Procurement & Finance Manager, you’ll drive financial control, procurement excellence, and efficiency across the organization. This role includes budgeting, financial reporting, procurement strategy, vendor management, and ensuring compliance with all standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Procurement Activities (50%)
* Develop and implement procurement policies and strategies.
* Oversee procurement processes (requirements, market research, RFI, RFQ, RFP, negotiation, contracting…).
* Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers - review all supplier contracts, negotiating terms with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and allocated budget.
* Develop a supplier performance evaluation framework to monitor and improve supplier quality.
* Work closely with finance, operations, and other department directors to align procurement with the wider company goals.
* Support sustainability and ethical sourcing initiatives to be aligned with DELIVER's values.
* Implement strategies for sustainable and ethical sourcing to meet ESG goals
* Support the resolution of disputes or issues with suppliers alongside Directors.
Finance Activities (50%)
Controlling:
* Develop and maintain dashboards for real-time monitoring.
* Oversee Billing and Accounts Receivable activities by the sales team and Accounts Payable.
* Manage and execute all activities related to monthly reconciliation.
* Ensure compliance with financial reporting standards.
* Streamline the monthly and quarterly closing processes.
* Oversee all financial control activities, including the review and analysis of monthly and quarterly numbers and disclosures.
* Conduct cost analyses and manage procurement budgets.
* Identify opportunities for cost reduction through contract renegotiation/tendering process.
Budgeting & Financial Strategy:
* Monitor and control departmental budgets, ensuring adherence to financial plans.
* Assist in developing financial models to support strategic decision-making.
* Analyze and report on budget variances, identifying opportunities for cost savings.
* Support company directors in understanding and managing their financial responsibilities.
* Identify long-term financial risks and propose strategies to mitigate them.
Cash Flow Management:
* Provide support with regards to investment management, especially regarding make or buy decisions
* Analyze cash flow trends to optimize liquidity management.
Other Responsibilities
Process:
* Support effective processes and controls to ensure the ledger integrity
* Ensure compliance with procurement policies and allocated budget.
* Collaborate with other departments to automate financial and procurement processes.
* Integrate procurement workflows with financial systems.
Risk Management:
* Ensure all procurement and financial activities comply with internal policies and external regulations.
* Establish a risk monitoring framework to identify and address potential issues proactively.
* Ensure robust documentation of all risk management policies and procedures.
Requirements & Skills:
Education & Experience:
* Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; preferably completed by professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA, CFA).
* 3 to 5 years of experience in financial controlling and procurement, preferably in a multinational environment.
* Experience in financial reconciliations, tax preparation, and compliance.
* Proven track record in RFQs, supplier evaluation, negotiation, and contract management.
* Familiarity with overseeing accounts payable/receivable and budgeting processes.
* Knowledge of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria in procurement.
Procurement:
* Strong knowledge of procurement strategies, cost analysis, and supplier relationship management.
* Familiarity with international procurement standards and regulations.
* Awareness of market trends and cost reduction strategies.
* Skilled in supplier analysis, contract review, and cost-saving initiatives.
* Managing procurement budgets in alignment with company goals.
Controlling:
* Deep understanding of financial controls, reconciliations, and ledger integrity.
* Knowledge of tax regulations, external audits standards, internal financial policies, and compliance requirements.
* Expertise in preparing financial reports and variance analysis.
* Proficiency in managing accounts receivable/payable processes.
* Budget planning, tracking, and variance reporting.
* Strong experience developing and implementing more effective financial and procurement process
Legal and Compliance:
* Familiarity with contract law and supplier agreements.
* Understanding of organizational compliance and audit preparation.
Soft Competencies:
* Excellent capacity for analysis and synthesis.
* Strong analytical skills to track progress, measure performance, and provide actionable insights.
* Ability to identify inefficiencies, diagnose root causes, and design effective solutions.
* Strong ability to interpret complex financial data, identify trends, and suggest actionable insights.
* Effective negotiator with proven strategic acumen and tenacity.
* Strong interpersonal skills to work closely with department directors, external auditors, and suppliers.
* Proactive in resolving financial disputes or supplier issues.
* Ability to manage and influence cross-functional teams and drive compliance with procurement processes.
* Ensures accuracy in reconciliations and financial controls.
* Ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders and deliver clear and concise reports.
* Ability to lead change management initiatives for financial and procurement transformations.
* Strong stakeholder management skills to drive alignment across departments.
Technical Skills:
* Hands-on experience with financial management systems (e.g., Zoho or QuickBooks).
* Experience with procurement software and tools.
* Advanced experience with Excel, Google Sheets.
* Proficiency in advanced data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.
* Competence in using Google Workspace suite.
Sector Knowledge:
* Prior experience in the event sector is not required.
* Knowledge of sustainable and ethical sourcing practices.
* Understanding of the challenges and dynamics of working in a fast-paced / event-driven environment is an advantage.
Other Requirements:
* Fluent in English (native or bilingual).
* Comfortable working remotely with global travel several weeks a year.
Some of Our Benefits:
* Flexible Remote Work: 35-hour work week (Monday-Friday, 9:00-17:00 UK time).
* Generous PTO: 40 days, including bank holidays.
* Transparency: Equal, openly shared salaries.
* Support: Monthly Work-from-Home allowance and pension contributions.
* Purpose-Driven Work: Help build a more sustainable world.