Group Procurement Manager - 12 month Fixed Term Contract

TN United Kingdom; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Group Procurement Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Liverpool. This role involves leading high-value projects, negotiating commercial deals, and managing supplier relationships to enhance service delivery and reduce costs. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, this position offers a dynamic opportunity to make a significant impact within the procurement team. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and supports professional development.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Pension Contribution

Generous Holiday Package

Cycle to Work Scheme

Season Ticket Loan

Eye Care Support

Fully Funded Professional Training

Qualifications

• Experience in end-to-end strategic procurement across various indirect categories.
• Strong influencing skills and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the first point of contact for procurement queries and providing procurement advice.
• Managing the Procurement Pipeline and Tracker to see projects through to completion.

Skills

Strategic Procurement

Commercial Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Supplier Relationship Management

Data Analysis

Contract Drafting

ESG Improvements

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

MS Excel

Education

Degree-level Education

MCIPS Qualification

Tools

eSourcing Platforms

MS Office

Job description

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Group Procurement Manager - 12 month Fixed Term Contract, Liverpool

Client:

SW Group

Location:

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

4

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

What will you be doing?

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Procurement team as Group Procurement Manager in Liverpool on a 12 month fixed term contract. The role necessitates collaborative working across S&W to ensure all third-party engagements enhance commercial and operational value to the business and its clients. The role is responsible for negotiating commercial deals with suppliers to reduce costs and improve service delivery.

The ideal candidate will have experience working within a fast-paced, dynamic procurement team and possess a can-do attitude to see things through to completion. You will actively manage supplier risk and performance to ensure continuity. Additionally, you will develop supplier relationships to ensure S&W remains at the forefront of innovation.

Responsibilities include:

• Acting as the first point of contact for procurement queries and providing procurement advice.
• Working as a Business Partner with key stakeholders across the Group.
• Ensuring companywide procurement requirements and contract management solutions are effectively managed.
• Leading high-value and complex projects.
• Deputising for the Head of Procurement and Senior Group Procurement Managers as needed.
• Managing the Procurement Pipeline and Tracker to see projects through to completion.
• Managing contract repository.
• Conducting commercial and contract negotiations to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Owning the entire procurement process including ITT/RFPs, RFIs, RFQs.
• Developing relationships with suppliers to reduce costs, enhance services, and promote innovation and sustainability.
• Ensuring all procurement activities adhere to internal policies and procedures.
• Collaborating with Legal, Data Protection, and Information Security teams to mitigate third-party risks.
• Ensuring all contracts meet group policy, regulatory, and industry standards.

Qualifications:

• Experience in end-to-end strategic procurement across various indirect categories.
• Mergers & Acquisition experience is desirable.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, preferably with a Financial Services background.
• Strong influencing skills and stakeholder management.
• Experience with ESG-related improvements is desirable.
• Proficiency in drafting and interpreting contracts.
• Strong commercial negotiation skills.
• Experience in Supplier Relationship Management.
• Understanding of Procurement category management.
• Experience managing complex tenders and benchmarking exercises.
• Proficiency with eSourcing platforms.
• Ability to create commercial models tailored to category requirements.
• Strong MS Excel and MS Office skills.
• Commercial awareness and business acumen.
• Data analysis skills for decision-making.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with high energy levels.
• Flexible, professional, and diligent under pressure.

Professional Qualifications and Education:

• Degree-level education is desirable.
• MCIPS qualification or working towards it is a plus.

Additional Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Pension contribution
• Hybrid working model (role dependent)
• Generous holiday package and options to purchase more
• Shared parental leave
• Fully funded professional training
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Eye care support

We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace. We support reasonable adjustments during the application process. Please inform your Recruiter of any needs.