Procurement Manager

Posted 16 April by Barclay Meade
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Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage timely delivery of procurement activities, guiding non-procurement stakeholders through the process.
  • Build a culture of long-term cost savings and measure savings and value delivered.
  • Ensure efficient sequencing of procurement activities and maintain a forward work plan.
  • Create specifications, pricing documents, contracts, and other tender documentation.
  • Maximise value for money and improve the commercial and financial well-being of the business.
  • Manage the new e-procurement solution and promote its use within the organisation.
  • Identify and manage key risks and advise the Head of Department.
  • Develop a strong culture of teamwork and embed policies and procedures.
Job Requirements:
  • MCIPS qualified or part qualified with equivalent experience.
  • Proven success in a Procurement Officer, Procurement Consultant, or Procurement Manager role.
  • Strong understanding of public and private sector procurement, including public procurement regulations.
  • Experience in procuring a broad range of goods, works, and services.
  • Experience in procuring via frameworks.
  • Knowledge of a wide range of contract conditions.
  • Sound knowledge of contracts and the legal framework.
  • Experience guiding non-procurement practitioners through the procurement process.
  • Strong track record of delivering savings through procurement activities.
  • Strong IT skills, including Word, Excel, asset management systems, e-tendering portals, and PDF tools.
  • Strong negotiation skills and commercial awareness.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
whats in it for you:
  • Competitive salary - Up to £54k dependent on experience.
  • up to 10% bonus
  • Final salary pension scheme.
  • 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays).
  • Access to an online benefits portal, offering a variety of rewards and benefits.

2 days expected in the office - based in central London


If you are an articulate individual with relevant experience and skills, and if you are looking to make a significant impact as a Procurement Manager, we want to hear from you. Apply now and be part of our client's dynamic team!

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Reference: 52484766

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