Procurement Manager

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join our clients procurement function on a contract basis. This role will be responsible for delivering strategic sourcing activities, managing complex procurement projects, and partnering with stakeholders to drive commercial value across a range of direct and indirect spend categories.

The successful candidate will bring strong category management, supplier management, and negotiation expertise, with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced and complex business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver procurement plans aligned with business objectives and category strategies.
• Analyse market dynamics, supplier landscapes, and cost drivers to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Create and execute go-to-market sourcing strategies.
• Lead end-to-end tender and sourcing activities for high-value procurement projects.
• Deliver cost savings and value improvement initiatives across assigned categories.
• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers to secure best value and favourable contractual terms.
• Work closely with Legal and business stakeholders on contract development and negotiation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organisation.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships, driving performance, innovation, and risk management.
• Support governance, compliance, and contract management processes.
• Provide procurement expertise and guidance to business stakeholders.
• Collaborate across the wider procurement team to deliver procurement best practice and continuous improvement.

Skills & Experience

• Demonstrable procurement experience within a complex commercial environment.
• Strong end-to-end sourcing and category management experience.
• Proven track record of leading competitive tender processes.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and supplier performance.
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of procurement methodologies, including category management and strategic sourcing.
• Experience working across both direct and indirect spend categories is desirable.

Qualifications

• MCIPS qualified, working towards MCIPS, or equivalent procurement experience.
• Degree educated or equivalent experience preferred.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work on high-profile procurement projects.
• Exposure to senior stakeholders across the business.
• Collaborative and dynamic working environment.
• Competitive day rate and flexible working arrangements.
• Potential for contract extension based on performance and business requirements.

If you are an experienced Procurement professional looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.