Indirect Purchasing Manager

Alliance Automotive Group; Hellaby; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance Automotive Group is seeking an Indirect Purchasing Manager to lead the group's indirect procurement strategy and governance across multiple sites. You will develop category plans, drive sourcing events, and manage supplier contracts to secure best commercial terms.

You will deliver cost savings, oversee supplier performance, and partner with budget holders and stakeholders to meet demand and drive continuous improvement in procurement systems and data quality.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in procurement, purchasing, category management or supply chain.
• Proven track record delivering cost savings and commercial value.
• Experience leading indirect procurement and managing multiple spend categories.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the indirect purchasing strategy, policies, processes and controls.
• Lead sourcing events including tendering, quotation, evaluation and supplier selection.
• Manage indirect spend categories and develop category plans aligned with needs.
• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, terms, pricing, SLAs and renewals.
• Establish supplier performance management, risk and issue resolution processes.
• Identify and deliver cost-saving, value-improvement and standardisation opportunities.
• Oversee purchasing activity, delegated authority controls and governance.
• Develop procurement reporting: spend analysis, savings tracking and compliance.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Indirect procurement

Supplier negotiation

Stakeholder management

Cost savings delivery

Procurement governance

Spend analytics

Team leadership

Contract management

Education

CIPS qualification (or equivalent)

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

Alliance Automotive Group (AAG) is a leading distributor of passenger and commercial vehicle parts to the independent automotive aftermarket in Europe. It operates in France, the U.K., Ireland, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, Portugal, Poland, Hungary and Romania. The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Genuine Parts Company (GPC), the largest global automotive replacement parts distributor with activities in North America, Europe, and Australasia. AAG’s network serves thousands of customers across Europe supported by a logistics infrastructure of 75 Distribution Centres, approximately 2,550 Stores and thousands of vehicle repairers, body shops and auto-centres. AAG has a revenue of 3.4 billion euros with over 17,000 employees. Learn more at www.allianceautomotivegroup.euJob Title: Indirect Purchasing ManagerReporting To: Product Operations DirectorDepartment: Product Operations / ProcurementRole PurposeThe Indirect Purchasing Manager will lead the development and management of the group’s indirect procurement function. The role is responsible for establishing sourcing strategies, supplier-management practices, purchasing controls, and processes for goods and services not intended for resale.The role will deliver value, cost efficiency, supply continuity, governance, and service improvements while partnering with stakeholders across the group.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement the indirect purchasing strategy, policies, processes, and controls.Lead sourcing activities for indirect goods and services, including tendering, quotation, evaluation, negotiation, and supplier selection.Manage indirect spend categories and develop category plans aligned with operational and business requirements.Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, commercial terms, pricing, service-level agreements, and renewal arrangements.Establish supplier performance-management processes, including performance reviews, risk management, issue resolution, and corrective actions.Identify and deliver cost-saving, value-improvement, standardisation, and spend-consolidation opportunities.Build effective partnerships with budget holders and stakeholders to understand demand, requirements, and future purchasing needs.Oversee purchasing activity, purchase-order compliance, delegated authority controls, and procurement governance.Lead, coach, and support indirect purchasing team members, including the Indirect Purchasing Buyer where applicable.Develop procurement reporting, including spend analysis, savings tracking, supplier performance, contract status, and compliance measures.Ensure procurement records, supplier information, contracts, and documentation are accurate and maintained appropriately.Work with Finance and operational teams to support budgeting, forecasting, payment terms, and cash-flow objectives.Identify and mitigate supply, commercial, operational, and supplier-related risks.Drive continuous improvement in procurement systems, processes, data quality, and stakeholder service.Key StakeholdersProduct Operations DirectorFinance and budget holdersOperations, Facilities, IT, HR, Marketing, and other support functionsSenior business leadersExternal suppliers, service providers, and contract partnersKnowledge, Skills and ExperienceEssentialSignificant experience in procurement, purchasing, category management, or supply chain.Experience leading indirect procurement activity and managing a range of indirect spend categories.Proven ability to lead sourcing events and negotiate supplier contracts and commercial terms.Strong understanding of procurement governance, supplier management, contract management, and purchasing controls.Demonstrable track record of delivering cost savings, commercial value, or operational improvements.Experience managing stakeholders at different levels, including senior leaders.Strong analytical, financial, negotiation, planning, and problem-solving skills.Ability to lead, develop, and motivate team members.Strong proficiency with procurement systems, reporting tools, and spreadsheet analysis.DesirableExperience establishing a new procurement function, framework, or operating model.Relevant procurement qualification, such as CIPS, or equivalent experience.Experience in a multi-site, distribution, retail, automotive, or operational business.Experience using e-procurement, contract-management, or supplier-performance systems.Key CompetenciesStrategic and commercially focusedStrong negotiator and influencerLeadership and people-development capabilityCollaborative stakeholder partnerAnalytical, organised, and detail orientedDecisive, pragmatic, and solutions focusedHigh standards of integrity, governance, and accountabilityContinuous-improvement mindsetMeasures of SuccessDelivery of agreed cost savings, cost avoidance, and value-improvement targets.Increased visibility, control, and compliance across indirect spend.Improved supplier performance, service quality, and contract outcomes.Reduced supplier risk and strengthened continuity of supply.Timely completion of sourcing activity, contract renewals, and purchasing requirements.Stakeholder satisfaction with procurement support and commercial outcomes.Effective development and performance of the indirect purchasing team.Not the right fit? 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