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State of Flux is a global procurement and supply chain consultancy headquartered in London, UK, with locations across EMEA, NA and APAC regions. We specialise in supplier management, contract life-cycle management, category management and strategic sourcing. As well as consulting, we offer training, industry-leading research and supplier management technology, SupplierBase. SupplierBase is a trademark for State of Flux technologies, a boutique software-as-a-service company that offers enterprise supplier management software recognised by Gartner, Procurement Leaders, and Spend Matters.

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity. If our values align and you see a role that interests you, we would love to hear from you!

To ensure your application finds the right hiring manager, please send it to the following email addresses. Applications for:

Consultant

London, UK Applications Are Open

💼 Hybrid - Full-Time

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About the job

Job Type: Hybrid working with opportunities to travel

As a Consultant at State of Flux, you will play a key role in delivering impactful procurement and supply chain projects for global clients across diverse industries. You will work on initiatives spanning supplier relationship management (SRM), contract lifecycle management, strategic sourcing, and supply chain risk. By translating complex business challenges into actionable solutions, you will drive meaningful change, foster deep client relationships, and contribute to both project delivery and business development in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities

  • Understands and translates client business issues into solutions, scoping client projects and proposals
  • Builds deep client relationships
  • Maps and analyses complex data/processes and develop improvement measures   
  • Independently structures and presents results and action plans
  • Actively supports business development initiatives, including preparation of proposals and commercials
  • Supports ad-hoc practice development and thought leadership projects

Qualifications and Skills

To perform effectively in the role of Consultant, it is important that the successful candidate possesses:
  • Experience: 2–4 years of consultancy experience
  • Undergraduate degree and ideally a related Master’s Degree or MBA
  • Hands-on supply chain/procurement consulting experience
  • Sourcing knowledge is desirable but not essential i.e. strategic sourcing, purchasing, procurement to payables, e-procurement systems and ERP packages
  • Ability to communicate at all levels and network within client organisations
  • Highly motivated and able to demonstrate ownership and personal accountability
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
 
The Organisation You’ll Be Joining

In addition to offering a competitive salary, we provide employees with the autonomy to shape their own careers. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of project workstreams and deliverables for globally renowned organisations. We also foster a flexible working environment to help you achieve an optimal work/life balance.

Recognising the importance of career development, you will be assigned a dedicated PDP Manager who will work with you to define professional objectives and provide tailored support to enhance your core consulting skills.
 
 
How to Apply:

Please include a cover letter with your CV, outlining reasons why you are applying for this role and why you think you would be a good choice for State of Flux. You can send it directly to careers@stateofflux.co.uk and use the subject line: “Consultant Job Application – your name”. We look forward to hearing from you.
 

Manager Consultant

London, UK Applications Are Open

💼 Hybrid - Full-Time

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About the job

Job Type: Hybrid working with opportunities to travel

As a Manager Consultant at State of Flux, you will play a key role in delivering impactful procurement and supply chain projects for global clients across diverse industries. You will work on initiatives spanning supplier relationship management (SRM), contract lifecycle management, strategic sourcing, and supply chain risk. By translating complex business challenges into actionable solutions, you will drive meaningful change, foster deep client relationships, and contribute to both project delivery and business development in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities

  • Experience: 4+ years of consultancy experience
  • Understands and translates client business issues into solutions, scoping client projects and proposals
  • Builds deep client relationships
  • Maps and analyses complex data/processes and develop improvement measures   
  • Independently structures and presents results and action plans
  • Actively supports business development initiatives, including preparation of proposals and commercials
  • Supports ad-hoc practice development and thought leadership projects

Qualifications and Skills

To perform effectively in the role of Consultant, it is important that the successful candidate possesses:
  • Undergraduate degree and ideally a related Master’s Degree or MBA
  • Experience managing a team would be a benefit
  • Hands-on supply chain/procurement consulting experience
  • Sourcing knowledge is desirable but not essential i.e. strategic sourcing, purchasing, procurement to payables, e-procurement systems and ERP packages
  • Ability to communicate at all levels and network within client organisations
  • Highly motivated and able to demonstrate ownership and personal accountability
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
 
The Organisation You’ll Be Joining

In addition to offering a competitive salary, we provide employees with the autonomy to shape their own careers. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of project workstreams and deliverables for globally renowned organisations. We also foster a flexible working environment to help you achieve an optimal work/life balance.

Recognising the importance of career development, you will be assigned a dedicated PDP Manager who will work with you to define professional objectives and provide tailored support to enhance your core consulting skills.
 
 
How to Apply:

Please include a cover letter with your CV, outlining reasons why you are applying for this role and why you think you would be a good choice for State of Flux. You can send it directly to careers@stateofflux.co.uk and use the subject line: “Manager Consultant Job Application – your name”. We look forward to hearing from you.
 

Analyst

London, UK Applications Are Open

💼 Hybrid - Full-Time

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About the job

Job Type: Hybrid (Working from Southwark, 32 Blackfriars Rd, SE1 8PB)

As an Analyst at State of Flux, you will be part of a wider team of experienced Consultants, helping to deliver SRM and procurement related projects for multinational clients from a wide range of industry sectors. Initiatives cover the full end-to-end supplier management journey, from initial maturity diagnostics and spend analysis, through to best practice process design and joint business planning, to help organisations realise additional value from their supplier interactions.

Responsibilities

  • In-depth analysis of qualitative and quantitative data to inform trends and allow for the identification of key business problems or challenges that need to be addressed
  • Contribution to report writing, summarising key findings and recommended next steps to drive improvement
  • Attendance and input to weekly project meetings with client stakeholders
  • Research on the latest industry trends to help inform discussions with both existing and prospective clients
  • Supporting senior members of the consulting team with business development activities, including proposal and Statement of Work drafting, and RFI / RFP responses
  • Weekly project status reporting, both internally and for live clients
  • Facilitating workshops between clients and their key strategic suppliers, either virtually or on-site
  • Working with C-Level stakeholders within the organisation to support with the scheduling of critical sales meetings
  • Playing a key role in the organisation of team social events and fundraising activities

Qualifications and Skills

To perform effectively in the role of Analyst, it is important that the successful candidate possesses:
  • A university Bachelor’s Degree (minimum)
  • Previous experience in a client-facing, commercial environment – ideally in the Procurement, Supply Chain and/or supplier management space (desirable, but not essential)
  • Strong time management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and deliver initiatives according to set timeframes
  • Robust analytical abilities, with the capability to discern trends from both quantitative and qualitative data
  • Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) and the ability to present information effectively
  • The ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders who operate in both a domestic and international environment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programmes (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
  • An awareness of key trends in the procurement and supply chain industry
 
The Organisation You’ll Be Joining

In addition to offering a competitive salary, we provide employees with the autonomy to shape their own careers. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of project workstreams and deliverables for globally renowned organisations. We also foster a flexible working environment to help you achieve an optimal work/life balance.

Recognising the importance of career development, you will be assigned a dedicated PDP Manager who will work with you to define professional objectives and provide tailored support to enhance your core consulting skills.
 
 
How to Apply:

If you are eligible to work in the UK and are interested in applying for the position, we would love to hear from you! Please include a cover letter with your CV, outlining reasons why you are applying for this role and why you think you would be a good choice for State of Flux. You can send it directly to careers@stateofflux.co.uk and use the subject line: “Analyst Job Application – your name”. We look forward to hearing from you.
 

SupplierBase Customer Success Associate

Wellington, New Zealand Applications Are Open

💼 In-person - Full-Time

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Job Type: Full-time, Remote

Are you a tech-savvy problem solver with a passion for customer success? We’re looking for a Customer Success Associate with advanced SupplierBase experience to join our small but dynamic team in New Zealand. As part of our global network, you will work closely with customers across APAC, primarily Australia and New Zealand, helping them maximise their use of SupplierBase. You will play a critical role in ensuring seamless adoption, user support, and continuous process improvements.

Core Activities:

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for Australian and New Zealand customers, ensuring smooth platform adoption.
  • Provide expert guidance on SupplierBase functionality, best practices, and issue resolution.
  • Handle customer enquiries and coordinate with the technology team for timely resolutions.
  • Manage user setup, KPI configurations, and enhancements within SupplierBase.
  • Oversee implementation activities, ensuring business processes align with platform capabilities.
  • Support process mapping efforts, helping customers document workflows and optimise platform usage.
  • Conduct training sessions, onboarding support, and process documentation for end-users.
  • Track platform usage, prepare reports, and facilitate regular feedback sessions.
  • Work closely with product and design teams to ensure customer needs are considered in platform updates.
  • Communicate project updates, delays, and scope changes to leadership to mitigate risks.
  • 💡 Bonus: If the role includes commission or performance bonuses, estimated actual earnings may increase based on client satisfaction and retention.

Your Attributes and Experience:

You will thrive in our team if you…

  • Have advanced experience using SupplierBase and can confidently support users in navigating its features.
  • Have knowledge of process mapping, workflow optimisation, and product design concepts.
  • Enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams and engaging with diverse customers.
  • Possess strong analytical skills and attention to detail to resolve platform-related issues efficiently.
  • Have excellent English communication skills (written and verbal) and can tailor your approach for different stakeholders.
  • Are a patient and effective trainer, able to guide users with varying levels of technical expertise.
  • Hold a bachelor’s degree (preferably in IT, Computer Science, or a related field) or relevant project management experience.
  • Have at least 2 years of experience in customer success, technology support, or implementation roles.

It also helps if you have:

  • A strong understanding of how SupplierBase supports procurement and supply chain processes.
  • Experience working with APAC customers, particularly in Australia and New Zealand.
  • Experience in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
  • An interest in growing beyond customer success into consulting or managed services.

Why Join Us?

🌍 Work remotely with a globally connected team.
📈 Grow your career in a tech-driven industry.
💡 Be at the forefront of platform implementation and process improvements.
🤝 Engage with international clients and make a real impact.

 

If you’re ready to make a difference and help clients optimise their SupplierBase experience, we’d love to hear from you!

 

How to Apply:

Please include a cover letter with your CV outlining reasons why you are applying for this role and why you think you would be a good choice for State of Flux. You can also send it directly to careers@stateofflux.com.au. We're looking forward to hearing from you.