Vendor Manager – Procurement

We’re one of the world’s leading online gambling companies, revolutionising the industry since 2000.

Founded by Denise Coates CBE, we now employ over 10,000 people and serve over 120 million customers in 26 languages.

We empower our employees to push boundaries and explore new ideas, cultivating a culture that celebrates and rewards creativity.

This offers employees a wealth of growth opportunities, giving them the opportunity to make a real impact in the world of online gambling and gaming.

As a forward-thinking company, we’re breaking new ground in software innovation too, redefining what’s possible for our customers worldwide.

Our focus on In-Play betting has solidified our market-leading position, featuring more than 1.38 million In-Play sporting events a year.

With over 750 concurrent sporting fixtures at peak and more live sports streamed than anyone else in Europe (750,000), we handle over 6 million HTTP requests daily and process more than 1.5 million bets per hour at peak.

We are looking for a Vendor Manager to shape commercial partnerships and drive value across our global operations.

Procurement manages a vast network of global suppliers, ensuring commercial agreements deliver maximum value and operational excellence.

The function navigates complex supply chains and high-value contracts.

Stepping into this role involves taking ownership of key supplier relationships and driving strategic sourcing initiatives.

You will negotiate robust contracts, mitigate commercial risks and identify opportunities for continuous improvement across a diverse portfolio of goods and service providers.

This role is being offered as a 24-month fixed term contract and will be eligible for inclusion in the company’s hybrid work from home policy.

• Proven background in strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of negotiating high-value contracts
• Deep understanding of procurement lifecycles and contract law principles
• Ability to analyse complex market date to inform purchasing strategies
• Assertive decision-making capabilities when resolving supplier disputes
• Proficiency in using procurement software (PROACTIS preferable)
• Experience of direct and indirect purchasing