At BMG, we recognise the power of music and are dedicated to ensuring it thrives. We are a community of artists, songwriters, and partners, working together to create music and build lasting careers. Here, music creators find not just a business partner, but a trusted home where their work shapes culture and leaves a legacy. Together, we evolve and grow.
We believe that creativity flourishes when people feel they belong. That means building a culture where everyone can show up as themselves, contribute freely, and be treated with fairness and respect - whatever their background, identity, or life story. We’re committed to creating a workplace where individuality is valued, inclusion is intentional, and everyone has the chance to grow. All applicants to BMG will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Procurement Manager
London
Your Mission
Join BMG’s team as Procurement Manager and play a key role in shaping our procurement strategy! In this role, you'll collaborate with the People Excellence, Finance, Legal, and other teams to ensure compliance with internal and external regulations while optimizing procurement practices. As a trusted advisor, you’ll provide expert guidance, negotiate contracts for cost savings, and oversee critical supplier assessments. You’ll also drive the adoption of SAP MM within the business and work closely with Global Procurement to implement strategic initiatives locally. If you’re a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excellence, we’d love to have you on board!
What You'll Be Doing
Generate tangible savings in procurement through re-negotiation and implementation of a procurement strategy. Ensure procurement guidelines, procedures, and policies are clearly communicated and consistently followed across the company. Work closely with People Excellence, Finance, Legal, and other teams to ensure the procurement regulations are up to date with any internal and external regulations (e.g. Supplier Code of Conduct, IR35, Modern Slavery Act, etc.). Act as an advisor to the business, offering guidance and support on procurement-related inquiries and assist them in the procurement activities. Supervise the SAP MM purchase order process, ensuring preferred suppliers are utilized, required quotations are obtained, and procurement activities align with company policies and procedures. Own and manage supplier onboarding process, perform periodic supplier performance & risk assessment. Provide support to end users (business), addressing and resolving supplier-related issues that may arise. Collaborate with Global Procurement on local, regional, and global procurement strategies.
What We Are Looking For
Bachelor's degree in business administration, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or related field. Experience in indirect procurement, compliance, or related field. Knowledge of generally accepted procurement practices. Experience working with SAP SRM or MM modules. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills. First class attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Now What's In It For You
25 days pro-rated annual leave, plus 3 days between Christmas & New Year and an extra day for your birthday! Flexible working opportunities. Subsidised gym membership. Private Health Insurance. Competitive pension scheme. All parents, regardless of gender or sexual orientation, will receive 6 months of fully paid parental leave. Annual gig allowance. Artist showcases. Cycle to work scheme. Season Ticket Loan. Workplace Nursery Scheme Access to our Employee Assistance Programme. Give As You Earn Scheme. A fun and sociable office environment.
Ready to shape the future of music?
Founded in 2008, BMG reimagined the relationship between music companies, songwriters, and artists by offering fairer contracts, greater creative freedom, and unparalleled transparency in royalties and licensing. Now the fourth-largest music company in the world, BMG combines human creativity with cutting-edge technology to connect music with global audiences.
With 20 offices across 13 key markets, BMG represents more than three million songs and recordings, including some of the most iconic catalogs and works from leading artists and songwriters such as The Rolling Stones, Tina Turner, George Harrison, Blondie, and more. BMG is wholly owned and privately held by the international media, services, and education company Bertelsmann, whose other content businesses include the entertainment company RTL Group and the trade book publisher Penguin Random House.
As a Disability Confident Committed organisation, we are dedicated to ensuring that candidates with disabilities are given a fair opportunity to demonstrate their abilities. Therefore, we guarantee an interview to applicants with disabilities who meet the essential criteria for the role. Please note – there may be exceptional circumstances where the volume of applicants means we cannot interview all eligible candidates. If you have any questions about the Guaranteed Interview Scheme or would like to confirm your eligibility, please reach out to us at career.uk@bmg.com.
Company: BMG Rights Management Services (UK) Limited | Job ID: 281547