Job Description

Sales Consultant – Procurement Recruitment

Commercial & Professional Services | Contract Procurement Desk
Location: Whiteley

Are you an experienced recruiter with a proactive mindset and the confidence to build a market from the ground up? We’re looking for a driven Recruitment Consultant to join our growing Commercial & Professional Services team, specialising in Procurement contract recruitment.

This is a standout opportunity to take ownership of a high-potential contract desk focused on placing white-collar Procurement professionals across FMCG, Retail, and Financial Services sectors. You’ll recruit for roles including Senior Buyers, Supply Chain Managers, Procurement Specialists, Legal Counsel, and more.

Backed by a highly supportive and successful team, you’ll have the autonomy to build something commercially significant while benefiting from strong collaboration across the wider Matchtech business.

Why this opportunity stands out:

• Our Contract team has seen substantial growth following significant business investment, with outstanding success achieved over the last year.

• 80% of the team are high achievers, creating a motivated and high-performing environment.

• Opportunity to work across multiple sectors within Matchtech, encouraging strong cross-collaboration and wider business exposure.

• A genuinely supportive, flexible team culture with consultants ranging from 6 months’ experience through to 15+ years in the business.

• Regular team incentives and socials, including a recent self-funded weekend trip to Amsterdam celebrating success together.

What you’ll be doing:

• Building and developing a specialist Procurement contract desk within the London market.

• Recruiting white-collar Procurement professionals across FMCG, Retail, and Financial Services sectors.

• Developing new business opportunities and growing long-term client relationships.

• Managing the full recruitment lifecycle from business development through to placement and account management.

• Networking with Procurement professionals and clients to establish yourself as a market specialist.

• Collaborating closely with colleagues across Matchtech’s wider teams and sectors.

What we’re looking for:

• Previous recruitment exposure, or a strong background within sales is required.

• A proactive, resilient, and commercially driven mindset.

• Confidence building relationships with clients and candidates.

• Strong communication and networking skills.

• Someone who thrives in a collaborative but high-performance environment.

• Ambition to grow a market and develop long-term success.

Why join Matchtech?

• A supportive, high-performing team where collaboration and success go hand in hand.

• A busy market with strong demand and excellent earning opportunity.

• Competitive base salary with a clear and rewarding commission structure.

• Flexible working options to support wellbeing and work-life balance.

• Access to industry-leading recruitment tools, systems, and training.

• Incentives including all-inclusive team holidays, regular socials, and performance rewards.

• Long-term progression opportunities within Matchtech and the wider Gattaca Group.

Who we are:

For over 40 years, Matchtech, part of Gattaca PLC, has helped organisations grow by solving their biggest talent challenges across the STEM landscape. Our vision is to be the STEM talent partner of choice.

Our values - Trust, Professionalism, Ambition, and Fun - guide how we work with our clients, candidates, and each other. Combined with industry-leading training and tools, we’ll support you in building a career, not just a job.

Our Recruitment Process

We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our recruitment process typically includes a mix of phone, video, and face-to-face conversations.

If you need reasonable adjustments — such as interview questions in advance, written formats, flexible timings, or an office visit beforehand — tell us what would help, and we’ll make it happen.

Apply now and let’s talk.