Company: Proxima Group
Location: Cardiff
Posted: April 17th, 2026
As part of the global leader Bain & Company, Proxima is an award-winning management consultancy specializing in procurement and supply chain. With vibrant offices in London, Leeds, Cardiff, Düsseldorf, Chicago, Singapore, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Sydney and Melbourne, we offer a dynamic hybrid working model that blends time on client sites, at home, and in your local office.
We are experiencing growth across all categories and we are seeing significant expansion across Europe. This would be an exciting time to join a team of exceptional people driven to influencing and shaping outcomes for our clients.
Experience of any of the following categories – IT, FM, HR, Logistics, or Marketing would be desirable.
Identify and drive opportunities for improvement in clients’ procurement and operational performance
Develop and propose category and project strategies that maximise value for clients
Gain stakeholder engagement at all appropriate levels and influence effectively
Interpret market research, competitive information and personal knowledge and experience to develop high quality procurement solutions and efficiencies
Ensure effective supplier and stakeholder management throughout project
Devise negotiation plans and manage negotiation process with client and supplier(s)
Provide commercial input on contract terms and conditions with suppliers
Agree mobilisation plans and manage activities with client and supplier(s) as required
Knowledge of indirect procurement, ideally gained in a consultancy environment, but relevant industry experience is a positive
Some generalist procurement category knowledge ideally including one of the following - FM, IT, HR, Marketing or Logistics
Change management experience
Strong MS Excel, PowerPoint presentation and data analytical skills
Excellent planning, negotiation, and written & oral communication skills
Proven stakeholder engagement skills
European Language skills, and ability and flexibility to travel to Europe as required
Our culture at Proxima is unique and one of our biggest strengths. We are a collaborative and inclusive company where we support each other’s professional growth. You’ll join a friendly, fun, and open team within a fast paced but flat-structured environment.
We are committed to being a responsible business with a strong focus on social responsibility and wellbeing. Our people drive our success and rapid growth — that’s why we offer a competitive salary, market leading PTO, flexible working, and support for learning and development opportunities.
Continuous training & development
Clear career progression
25 annual leave days plus bank holidays
Work with a variety of clients
Exposure to different industries
Be part of a fast expanding, global company
Hybrid working & great locations
Great company culture
And more!
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