Job Description

Workplace: ITV London, White City + Hybrid - expectation is 2-3 days in the office per week.

The team..

The Group Procurement team plays a vital role in supporting ITV's strategy to transform and grow the business. This includes driving the delivery of our multi-year cost-saving programme and ensuring ITV delivers maximum value from its investments being made to digitally transform the business.

The ITV Studios & Production Procurement team partners with stakeholders on high-profile, complex projects spanning production technology, post-production, studios, equipment and facilities whilst supporting travel management across ITV. The Procurement Business Partner will be part of a high-performing collaborative team operating at the core of ITV Studios' global production business.

The role..

We're looking for a commercially focused Procurement Business Partner - ITV Studios & Production to join the team on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Director of Procurement, you will act as a strategic partner to senior stakeholders, proactively and positively shaping procurement decisions across some of ITV Studios' most critical and high-profile projects.

This role goes beyond traditional procurement. You'll bring insight, dynamic ideas and commercial thinking to the table - enabling the business to drive innovation, unlock value and deliver long-term savings. You'll lead procurement activity across complex categories and projects, working closely with stakeholders to balance local needs with wider group priorities.

Some of your key day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Developing and maintaining a strong understanding of ITV Studios and productions, including operational challenges and strategic priorities
• Developing and delivering sourcing strategies across key production-related categories
• Leading end-to-end procurement activity, including tenders, supplier evaluation and commercial negotiations
• Analysing spend, market trends and supplier landscapes to inform strategic decisions
• Managing supplier relationships, driving performance, governance and continuous improvement
• Supporting delivery of cost-saving initiatives and tracking savings in partnership with Finance
• Leading procurement workstreams across major transformation and production projects
• Supporting identification, mitigation and monitoring of key third-party risks, ensuring ITV's Social Purpose standards and targets are upheld.
• Contributing to the digital transformation of the business, demonstrating curiosity and practical application of innovative technology, data and Gen AI to unlock value opportunities and enhance procurement processes.
• Proactively contributing to the continuous improvement of Procurement's processes, tools and capabilities.

Skills you'll need (minimum criteria)

• Significant procurement experience (typically 5+ years) within a complex organisation
• Proven track record delivering strategic sourcing initiatives and leading high-profile procurement projects
• Experience working on transformation or large-scale change programmes
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence

Other things we're looking for (key criteria)

• Commercially minded, able to translate strategy into practical, value-driven outcomes
• Strong analytical capability, able to generate insights from multiple data sources
• Confident leading cross-functional teams and working across complex stakeholder groups
• Curious and forward-thinking, with an interest in innovation, technology and Gen AI
• Resilient and adaptable, comfortable working in a fast-paced and evolving environment
• Collaborative team player who builds strong, trusted relationships
• Organised and able to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively
• Continuous improvement mindset, always looking for ways to enhance processes and outcomes

Please note, on occasion we may receive a very large volume of applications which means applications for a role may close earlier than the referenced closing date. We'd encourage you to apply as soon as possible if interested.

About Us

Your work matters to millions.

Shaping culture is in the DNA of ITV. So, it's not surprising that you'll find us in every home in the UK, our productions are famous all over the world and we're at the forefront of the digital streaming revolution.

When you join us, you enter a fun working environment. With opportunities to learn, to grow and make a real difference. Small enough that your impact's felt in the business, but big enough that your impact reaches millions of people.

Come develop your skills, change TV and the course of your career. Don't just watch it. Be part of it. Join ITV.

About the Team

ITV is for everyone.

ITV strongly encourages applications for this role from disabled people. As a Disability Confident Leader, if you meet the minimum criteria for a role and you have declared that you are disabled, we'll guarantee to take you to the next stage* (minimum criteria above).

We're happy to discuss any support/personalisation you may need during our application and selection process as part of our reasonable adjustments. Drop us a line if you require anything at talkingcareers@itv.com. Find out more about applying with a disability.

* There may be a few exceptions where we are not able to take all eligible candidates to the next stage due to the volume of applications.

Because those who make an impact deserve to be rewarded for it.

ITV offers some great rewards and benefits including:

• Flexible working with a range of options to suit everyone
• Generous holiday allowance, plus you can buy more
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Competitive pension contribution
• Save as you earn - with an opportunity to buy ITV shares
• Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life

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