Group Procurement Manager

ZipRecruiter; Eastleigh; Hybrid; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Group Procurement Manager to drive strategic sourcing and supplier management in Eastleigh. This hybrid role offers a unique opportunity to influence procurement strategies and enhance supplier relationships, making a significant impact on the organization. The ideal candidate will possess extensive procurement experience, exceptional communication skills, and a proactive approach to stakeholder engagement. This position not only allows for professional growth but also contributes to sustainability and innovation within the supply chain. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive procurement experience with a broad range of expertise.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze internal spending to identify savings and optimize spend.
• Develop sourcing strategies and manage stakeholder requirements.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Supplier Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Negotiation Skills

Education

Degree

CIPS or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Group Procurement Manager – Eastleigh - Up to £65,000 + Car + Bonus

Hybrid working

Are you ready to advance your career in procurement? Located in Eastleigh, this role provides an outstanding opportunity to showcase and enhance your strategic sourcing and supplier management expertise. As the Group Procurement Manager, you will play a crucial role in shaping the procurement landscape for our clients' central functions, offering essential support to the Group Director of Procurement.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Analyse internal spending to identify savings and optimize spend aggregation.
2. Benchmark supply chain performance against best practices through external market analysis.
3. Develop sourcing strategies for RFx activities, highlighting risk/reward/ROI.
4. Manage stakeholder sourcing and contractual requirements, ensuring expectations are met.
5. Assist the Group Procurement Director with policy development and governance for consistent procurement.
6. Contribute to group savings targets, especially in central cost centres and Capex spending.
7. Create a centralized supplier due diligence process and conduct risk analysis.
8. Simplify the supply chain, reduce supplier numbers, and enhance supplier value.
9. Promote sustainability and innovation in the supply chain, reporting on benefits and trade-offs.
10. Support all audit reviews and legal obligations.

Qualifications & Experience:

1. Extensive dedicated procurement experience with a broad range of procurement expertise.
2. Exceptional communication skills – verbal, written, and presentational.
3. Strong ability to collaborate and engage with internal and external stakeholders at various seniority levels.
4. Persuasive and influential with a proactive, hands-on approach.
5. Analytical and strategic mindset with demonstrable end-to-end sourcing and RFx experience.
6. Willingness to travel across the UK with potential for occasional international travel.
7. Experience in global supply chain and international trade regulations is beneficial but not essential.
8. Degree and CIPS or equivalent are highly beneficial but not essential.

This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within a leading and growing organisation. If you have the skills and experience outlined above, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

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