Senior Procurement Manager

Your new company

We are currently supporting a utilities business to recruit a Senior Procurement Manager (12-Month FTC) into their group function, where you'll play a pivotal role in leading the IT, FM and Communications categories.

Your new role

As a Senior Procurement Manager, you'll lead strategic procurement delivery across the IT, Hard & Soft FM and Customer Communications categories (c £.163m) by designing and delivering category strategy, engaging and influencing senior stakeholders to resolve blockers, implement process improvement and manage a small team of two Procurement Business Partners.

Your responsibilities will include:

* Lead strategic procurement delivery across IT, Hard & Soft Facilities Management, and Customer Communications categories, managing a spend portfolio of approximately £163 million.
* Design and implement category strategies that align with business objectives and deliver measurable value.
* Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, influencing decision-making and resolving procurement-related challenges.
* Drive process improvements across procurement operations to enhance efficiency and compliance.
* Manage and develop a team of two Procurement Business Partners, providing leadership, coaching, and support.
* Oversee end-to-end procurement activities, including sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier management, and performance tracking when needed.
* Ensure procurement practices comply with public sector regulations (old UCR15 frameworks and PA23)
* Monitor market trends and supplier innovations to inform strategic sourcing decisions and maintain competitive advantage.

What you'll need to succeed:

* Extensive experience in IT procurement is essential, with Facilities Management category experience being highly desirable
* Proven line management experience, with the ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
* Demonstrated success in managing procurement portfolios of a similar scale (circa £150 million).
* Strong understanding of public procurement regulations (UCR15 / PCR15 / PA23)
* Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation.
* MCIPS qualified or actively working towards full accreditation.
* A data-driven and analytical mindset, with a track record of identifying and implementing process improvements and cost efficiencies.
* A proactive approach to continuous improvement, risk management, and driving procurement excellence.

What you'll get in return

* A salary of up to £65,000
* Hybrid working - 3 days per week on-site (This role can be based in either Bristol, Exeter or Surrey
Generous holiday allowance + bank holidays, bonus scheme, share-save scheme, various health benefits & more.

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