Procurement Manager

Job Description

We are looking for a commercially minded and proactive Procurement Manager to join our Procurement team. In this role, you will support sourcing activities across a broad range of spend categories, working closely with Category Managers and stakeholders to deliver value, drive efficiencies, and support business objectives.

You'll play a key role in developing and implementing sourcing strategies, identifying cost-saving opportunities, negotiating supplier agreements, and improving supplier performance across areas such as Technology, Marketing, and Professional Services. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious procurement professional looking to broaden their category exposure, strengthen their commercial skills, and make a tangible impact across the business.

Working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, you'll build strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers while helping to optimise third-party spend, mitigate risk, and deliver sustainable commercial value.

Responsibilities: 

Support sourcing and procurement activities across multiple spend categories, helping to deliver cost savings, commercial value, and service improvements.

Assist with supplier selection, tendering, contract negotiations, and supplier relationship management.

Work closely with Category Managers and stakeholders to develop and deliver sourcing strategies aligned to business objectives.

Monitor supplier performance, procurement savings, and market trends to identify opportunities for improvement and innovation.

Maintain procurement governance and support effective contract lifecycle management across the department.

Analyse procurement data and provide insights that support informed commercial decision-making.

Qualifications; Essential

Degree educated or equivalent professional experience.

Previous experience in a similar role, in a B2B environment. 

Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.

Ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and stakeholders at all levels.

Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Strong Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills

What You'll Bring

A collaborative and solutions-focused approach.

Strong attention to detail and commercial acumen.

Confidence to influence, challenge constructively, and drive positive outcomes.

A desire to develop your procurement expertise and broaden your category experience.