Procurement Business Partner - #143009

Job Title: Procurement Business Partner (FTC)

Reports To: Head of Finance

We’re looking for a commercially savvy, people-first Procurement Lead to join us at schuh, managing a dynamic £40m+ spend across all non-product categories.

The successful candidate will drive the development of sourcing processes, delivering compelling savings and strong service levels aligned with schuh’s Purpose and strategy.

This newly created position will take ownership, collaborate at a leadership level (and globally) in order to make a tangible impact, all within a business that champions innovation, sustainability, and putting people first.

We are pleased to offer this position to candidates based remotely, however travel will be required to attend meetings in our Livingston, Scotland office when needed.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Shape and execute smart procurement strategies across the whole business

• Lead sourcing projects end-to-end, from major initiatives to quick wins

• Collaborate with our US parent company to align sourcing strategies and unlock shared opportunities

• Build and sustain strong relationships with internal teams and key suppliers

• Negotiate deals that deliver maximum commercial value and innovation

• Champion best practice and continuous improvement across the business

The Candidate

• Proven success in delivering procurement outcomes — retail experience a plus, but not essential

• Compile, analyze, and present data to influence decision making across the business

• Strong commercial acumen; confident developing business cases and leading deal teams

• Hands-on project management skills, managing multiple priorities with ease

• Good understanding of contracts, including basic drafting skills

• Build and negotiate productive relationships with the vendors/suppliers/partners of schuh to deliver significant cost advantages and top-shelf service levels

• Degree qualified (or equivalent professional experience)

• 5+ years' procurement experience across key spend categorie

• Experience engaging cross-functional teams and global stakeholders

• Highly organised, results-driven, and comfortable working at pace

About the perks/benefits

• Up to 40% product discount for you and your loved ones
• Up to 34 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• PLUS your birthday off to celebrate you
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working options
• Perk platform for hundreds of discounts
• Manage, save and access your wages as you earn them to get paid your way
• Employee assistance programme to support your wellbeing through resources, helplines and Virtual GP services
• A pension scheme to help you save for the future
• Development and progression opportunities across stores and Head Office
• A paid volunteering day and opportunities to be a part of our company Purpose Groups

About schuh

At schuh we are the ‘Same but different’.

By embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity, we aim to empower our people to be fiercely and unapologetically themselves.

This means you will support our commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion, and ensure that colleagues and customers from all backgrounds, beliefs and communities are treated fairly.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support disabilities or health conditions. Please let our talent team know of any adjustments needed during the hiring process.

Our Talent Acquisition Team will work as quickly as possible to review your application. In the meantime, if you have any questions or would like any additional information at all, please contact [email protected]