Lead end-to-end procurement projects from initiation through to implementation and contract management.
Develop and execute strategic sourcing and category management plans aligned to organisational objectives.
Deliver measurable cost savings, value creation, and risk mitigation across key spend areas.
Conduct market analysis to identify opportunities, supplier innovation, and risk exposure.
Lead supplier selection processes including RFI/RFP/tender activities.
Negotiate commercial terms, pricing structures, and contractual agreements with suppliers.
Build and manage strong supplier relationships to ensure performance and compliance.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and ensure procurement strategies support operational priorities.
Ensure procurement activities comply with internal governance, regulatory requirements, and best practice standards.
Monitor supplier performance using KPIs and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
Provide expert procurement advice to senior stakeholders and project teams.
Manage risk throughout the procurement lifecycle.

Strong understanding of strategic procurement and category management principles.
Proven ability to lead procurement or sourcing projects.
Demonstrated experience negotiating complex contracts and commercial terms.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Ability to analyse spend data and market trends to inform strategy.
Excellent organisational and project management skills.
Commercially astute with strong analytical capability.
Professional procurement qualification (e.g., CIPS or equivalent) desirable.
Experience working within a regulated or public sector environment desirable.
Knowledge of contract law and risk management frameworks desirable.
Experience implementing procurement transformation initiatives desirable.
Experience using e-procurement or contract management systems desirable.

Hybrid working
most roles offer hybrid or flexible arrangements to support work life balance.
Contributory Pension Scheme
5% personal contribution & 3% Company contribution, so you can build long-term financial security with added benefits of the company contributions.
Season Ticket Loan (T&C's apply)
spread the cost of your commute with an interest-free travel loan.
Training & Development opportunities (T&C's apply)
access to short courses via FutureLearn and Group-wide professional development programmes.
Staff Discount Scheme
via My Rewards Hub, from various retailers – Fashion, Grocery, Health & Beauty, Travel, Automotive, Furniture, Dining, Sports and Leisure, Electronics, etc
Employee Assistance Programme
confidential support for your wellbeing, whenever you need it.

Procurement Project Manager

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