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Procurement consulting services

Reduce costs by 20%+

  • Average 23% cost reduction
  • ROI Within 90 days
  • Average 23% cost reduction

Expert procurement consulting without the enterprise price tag

Expert procurement consulting for UK businesses. From one-off audits to ongoing strategic support, we help manufacturers, agricultural businesses, and construction firms maximise profits through smarter purchasing.

Is poor procurement costing your business thousands?

Does any of this sound familiar?

– You’re spending millions on procurement but have no dedicated expert
– Purchasing is scattered across departments with no strategy
– You suspect you’re overpaying suppliers but don’t have time to investigate
– Supplier relationships are chaotic and poorly managed
– You can’t justify the cost of hiring a full-time procurement manager
– Previous procurement experts delivered reports but no real savings

If you checked even one box, Aspire can help.

Expert procurement consulting without the enterprise price tag

Aspire Procurement Solutions brings 20+ years’ of procurement expertise to UK SMEs at a fraction of the cost of large consultancies. Katie Jarvis-Grove personally manages every client engagement, ensuring you get senior-level expertise, not junior consultants learning on your dime.

Whether you need a one-off procurement audit, strategic sourcing support, or ongoing procurement management, we tailor our services to your business needs.

23%

Cost reduction for clients

20+ years’

Procurement expertise

90

Average days to ROI

Our procurement consulting services

1. Procurement audit & strategy

Comprehensive review of your current procurement processes, spend analysis, supplier relationships, and contract terms. We identify cost-saving opportunities and create a prioritised action plan.

What you get:

✓Detailed spend analysis across all categories

✓Supplier performance assessment

✓Contract review and renegotiation opportunities

✓Quick wins (savings achievable within 30 days)

✓Strategic procurement roadmap

Ideal for:

Businesses with £500K+ annual procurement spend looking to professionalise their purchasing function.

Timeline: 2–4 weeks

Typical ROI: 15–30% cost reduction identified

Starting at £2,500
Perfect for businesses wanting to identify savings opportunities before committing to ongoing support.

2. Supplier management & negotiation

Active management of your supplier relationships and expert contract negotiation. We reduce supplier count, improve terms, and ensure you’re getting the best value without compromising quality.

What you get:

✓Supplier rationalisation (reduce admin and improve leverage)

✓Contract negotiation (price, terms, payment schedules)

✓Supplier performance monitoring

✓Risk mitigation strategies

✓Relationship management

Ideal for:

Businesses with 30+ suppliers or complex supply chains needing expert negotiation support.

Timeline: Ongoing

Typical ROI: 10–25%

Project-based: £3,500 – £12,000
Ideal for specific procurement projects like supplier renegotiation or category management.

3. Procurement implementation & support

Hands-on implementation of procurement processes, systems setup, and ongoing strategic support. We don’t just give you a report, we execute the strategy and deliver results.

What you get:

✓Procurement process design and implementation

✓Systems setup (ERP procurement modules, e-procurement)

✓Team training and capability building

✓Monthly strategic review and optimisation

✓Flexible retainer options (scale up/down as needed)

Ideal for:

Businesses ready to implement world-class procurement practices without hiring a full-time procurement manager.

Timeline: 3–12 months

Typical ROI: 20%+ sustained

Ongoing retainer: From £1,500/month
Flexible ongoing support for businesses needing regular procurement expertise without full-time hiring costs. 3-month minimum, then monthly rolling.

Why businesses choose Aspire for Procurement Consulting

Upwards trends

Proven ROI

Average 23% cost reduction for clients. We identify savings opportunities in supplier contracts, process optimisation, and strategic sourcing. Most clients see ROI within 90 days.

“Katie’s procurement audit identified over £200,000 in annual savings we had completely missed. The ROI was immediate.”

— Operations Director, Manufacturing (150 employees)

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Real-world expertise

Katie Jarvis-Grove brings deep procurement experience across manufacturing, agriculture, construction and MOD. FCIPS Chartered qualified with a track record of delivering results for UK businesses.

“Katie doesn’t just provide reports, she executes. She personally negotiated with our top 10 suppliers and delivered real, measurable savings.”

— Finance Director, Construction Company

Person and cog

Senior-level engagement

Unlike large consultancies, Katie personally manages every client. You get 20+ years’ of procurement expertise, not junior analysts learning on your budget.

FCIPS, 20+ years’ experience

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Flexible partnership

From one-off audits to ongoing strategic support. We work the way you need us to, no locked-in contracts, no inflexible packages. Scale up or down as your business evolves.

“As an SME, we couldn’t justify a full-time procurement manager. Aspire’s flexible retainer gave us enterprise-level expertise at a fraction of the cost.”

— Managing Director, Agricultural Business (45 employees)

Agricultural business: Retainer vs. full-time hire

Challenge

A Lincolnshire based manufacturer with 150 employees was spending £2.4M annually on materials and indirect procurement with no strategic oversight.

Solution

Aspire conducted a comprehensive procurement audit, renegotiated supplier contracts, and implemented a category management approach.

Results

  • £552K annual savings (23% reduction)
  • Supplier base reduced from 87 to 42
  • 40% reduction in procurement admin time
  • ROI achieved in first 90 days

“Katie’s procurement audit identified over £200,000 in annual savings we had completely missed. The ROI was immediate, and we’ve continued to work with Aspire for ongoing strategic support. Best business decision we made.”

— Managing Director, Manufacturing Company (150 employees)

Procurement expertise across industries

Warehouse

Manufacturing procurement

Materials sourcing, supplier consolidation, production procurement optimisation.

Farming

Agricultural procurement

Equipment, supplies, seasonal purchasing, co-operative buying opportunities.
Building work

Construction procurement

Materials management, subcontractor relationships, project-based procurement.
Police

MOD & Public sector

20+ years’ MOD experience, compliance expertise, public sector frameworks.

How we work with you

1Free initial consultation

2 Audit & Strategy

3Execution & implementation

4Ongoing optimisation
(optional)

We start with a no-obligation consultation to understand your procurement challenges, spend profile, and business goals. This helps us recommend the right approach.
Comprehensive review of your spend, supplier relationships, and processes. We create a tailored procurement strategy with prioritised actions.

We execute the strategy: negotiate with suppliers, optimise contracts, implement processes. You get the results without the heavy lifting.

Flexible ongoing support to maintain savings, manage suppliers, and continuously improve. Scale up or down as needed.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a procurement consultant cost?

Our procurement audits start at £2,500. Project-based engagements range from £3,500-£12,000 depending on scope. Ongoing retainers start from £1,500/month. We provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees.

What ROI can I expect?

Our clients average 23% cost reduction on procurement spend. Most see ROI within 90 days. For a business spending £1M annually on procurement, that’s £230K in savings, far exceeding our fees.

Do you work with businesses outside Lincolnshire?

Yes. While we’re based in Lincolnshire, we serve clients across the UK. Most procurement consulting can be done remotely, with site visits as needed for audits or supplier meetings.

What size business do you work with?

We work with SMEs and mid-market companies typically spending £500K+ annually on procurement. Our sweet spot is businesses with 20-500 employees who need expert procurement but can’t justify a full-time hire.

What makes Aspire different from large consultancies?

Katie personally manages every client engagement: you get 20+ years’ of senior-level expertise, not junior analysts. We’re also more affordable, more flexible, and focused on execution rather than just reports.

How long does a procurement audit take?

Typically 2-4 weeks depending on business size and complexity. You’ll receive a comprehensive report with quick wins (achievable within 30 days) and a strategic roadmap for ongoing improvements.

Ready to reduce your procurement costs?

Book a free consultation to discuss your procurement challenges. No obligation, no pressure, just expert guidance on how we can help your business save money.

Book a free procurement consultation
Or contact us directly:
01790 755618 info@aspireprocurement.co.uk