Managed Service: Your Embedded Procurement Function, Built for Profit

If your business lacks the internal capability or resource to deliver tangible outcomes, our Managed Service offers the definitive solution. We provide a long-term, embedded procurement function that operates as a seamless extension of your team. This flexible, cost-effective model ensures you benefit from world-class expertise and commercial discipline without the internal overheads.

I required a partner that could provide cost effective augmented Procurement expertise and resource on demand. 7SS ticked all the boxes. What is also great about 7SS is I feel they really understand my sector, care about my business and deliver real outcomes. Their reputation as commercial and procurement experts is well deserved.

Principal, Value Creation

7 Step Solutions have delivered a step change improvement in our Procurement culture and performance, aligning Procurement activity to business goals alongside rapid delivery of cost, process and technology improvements.

Chief Procurement Officer for a £600mil private sector organisation

7 Step Solutions helped us redesign our marketing procurement, which led to a 20% reduction in agency costs and a £1.8M annual saving.

Marketing Director, American Manufacturer

They truly understood our business and delivered a solution that was not only commercially robust but also perfectly aligned with our strategic objectives.

Head of Finance, European Private Equity Firm

7 Step Solutions are my go-to partner for Procurement support. Whether a cost out project, M&A support or a strategic procurement transformation initiative, 7SS white glove service and commercial acumen has consistently delivered a high return on investment.

Partner - global investment firm focusing on acquiring and transforming companies across diverse industries worldwide

7 Step Solutions significant reputation in Private Equity is a testament to their commercial and procurement expertise, white glove service, working at pace and delivering tangible results consistently. It is easy to understand how these key qualities I have witnessed for many years have transferred in their services to multi-sector industries.

Director - Global Investment Firm

7 Step Solutions have supported our business at pace to deliver rapid savings and sustained profit improvement. Having an expert, flexible and scalable partner for projects and peaks in demand has been invaluable to our success.

Operating Partner - leading alternative investment firm focused on Private Equity, Private Credit, and Real Estate

7 Step Solutions bring a real laser like focus and commercial aptitude, considering not just Procurement supply side activity like some advisories, but business wide efficiencies, savings and improvements along with first class change management.

Director - global investment firm overseeing £20b portfolio

Their speed and agility were remarkable. They quickly integrated with our team and delivered a tangible, positive impact on our bottom line.

COO, Global Logistics Company

If you are looking for a partner that can integrate seamlessly into your organisation, reduce costs, improve business profits and Procurement performance, I would highly recommend 7 Step Solutions.

Chief Financial Officer for a £1bil private sector organisation

A Full-Service Procurement Solution, Tailored for Your Business

Our Managed Service is a long-term engagement where we operate as a fully embedded procurement function within your business. We handle daily activities, deliver strategic initiatives, and provide the governance required for sustainable procurement. This "white glove" approach ensures high quality and efficiency, freeing up your key stakeholders to focus on core business growth.

Why Choose Managed Service with 7SS?

Superior Value
We offer a fully integrated solution that is >50% more cost-effective than the Big 4, delivering premium expertise at a realistic and sustainable cost.
Guaranteed ROI
We are committed to achieving measurable results. Our clients typically achieve an average 10:1 commercial and operational return on investment, ensuring a clear financial benefit from our service.
Expertise on Demand
You gain instant access to a global team of 95 active consultants and subject matter experts across all categories and functions, available when you need them.
Exit Readiness
Our service builds robust, documented processes and governance that enhance your business valuation, supporting future exit strategies and investor appeal.

What Our Managed Service Includes

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Full S2P Management

Managing the entire Source-to-Pay value chain, from strategic sourcing (S2C) to efficient purchasing (P2P).
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Category Management

Ongoing development and implementation of category strategies, ensuring optimal sourcing and negotiation.
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Contract Compliance and Risk Control

Handling contract lifecycle management, ensuring compliance, and mitigating supply chain and operational risks.
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Data and Analytics

Continuous spend analysis and robust data management to drive ongoing value creation and informed decision-making.

Our proven process

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Data Collection & Analysis
We begin by examining all relevant spend and contract data to build a clear baseline of your current situation.
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Interview
We engage with key business buyers and stakeholders to understand your buying processes and requirements, filling in the crucial details that data alone cannot provide.
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Baseline & Opportunity Development

We benchmark your current state against industry best practice to identify tangible opportunities for savings and value creation.

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Validation & Recommendation
We validate our findings with your team and present a clear, prioritised delivery roadmap based on value versus ease of implementation.

Why partner with 7 Step Solutions?

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Deep Commercial Expertise
Our team of experts has decades of experience managing and optimising spend, with a mindset honed in the demanding world of private equity.
Global Reach, Boutique Focus
With offices in London, Boston, and Zurich, we offer international capabilities combined with a personal, relationship-driven service.
Guaranteed ROI
We are so confident in our ability to deliver results that we provide minimum ROI guarantees, ensuring you see a clear return on your investment.

FAQs

Managed Service contracts are typically long-term, spanning two to three years, to ensure we can build sustainable processes and realise maximum value for your business.
You retain full strategic control. We operate under a clear governance structure, with regular reporting and management oversight, acting as a fully compliant function within your business.
Our model is built for scalability. We can rapidly adjust resources and expertise to meet project demands, M&A activity, or peaks in demand without disrupting your operations.
Our service provides immediate access to high-level, multi-category expertise, guaranteed ROI, and is significantly more cost-effective than building and maintaining a full internal team.

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