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- Annual Salary: £50,000 - £55,000
- Location: Remote with travel as required
- Job Type: Full-time
Join a global organisation dedicated to delivering impactful health and employment services. We are looking for a Procurement Manager who will manage and influence procurement activities within a specific portfolio, focusing on technology and software. This role offers the opportunity to make significant contributions to cost savings and efficiency improvements while working with a dynamic team.
Day-to-day of the role:- Manage a spend of approximately £7-10 million, ensuring value for money, compliance, resilience, and improvement in value from suppliers.
- Collaborate with the Senior Supply Chain and Procurement Manager to develop and deliver a category plan that aligns with stakeholder requirements, business priorities, and potential risks.
- Engage with suppliers to address business challenges through robust competitions and prepare contract documentation for review and approval.
- Negotiate agreements and service levels to ensure maximum value and compliance with legal and business development requirements.
- Support bid teams by assisting with the supplier selection process and identifying suitable suppliers.
- Provide commercial input and practice excellent contract management with suppliers.
- Maintain positive relationships with stakeholders through effective stakeholder management plans and influence compliance.
- Conduct supplier performance reviews and provide ad-hoc training on procurement processes.
- Offer expert commercial advice related to procurement and supply chain activities, proposing solutions and supporting policy, process, and performance changes.
- Experience managing procurement projects.
- Proven track record of continuous improvement in value and cost reductions.
- Strong understanding of technology and its value in procurement.
- Experience working closely with stakeholders and/or suppliers to deliver projects on time.
- Purchasing qualification or willingness to work towards one.
- Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship skills.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to quantify and manage risks.
- Driving Licence & Ability to travel throughout the UK.
Desirable:
- MCIPS qualification or degree in purchasing.
- Experience in the outsourced services or health services sector.
- Knowledge of the technology or software sector.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Holiday trade scheme.
- 9% combined pension contribution.
- Flexible benefits scheme, including an EV leasing scheme.
To apply for this Procurement Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role to
