Procurement Manager

Leidos, Inc.; Guildford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Guildford seeks a dedicated Procurement Manager to manage the full procurement cycle, ensuring compliance with UK regulations and supplier contracts. The role involves negotiation, supplier management, and financial reporting. Ideal candidates have proven procurement experience in regulated environments and strong stakeholder engagement skills. This position offers various benefits, including a contributory pension scheme and flexible working options.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

33 days Annual Leave

Flexible benefits including life assurance

Flexi‑time working scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain within a complex, regulated environment.
• Familiarity with UK public sector procurement regulations and frameworks.
• Hold or be able to hold UK SC clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage end‑to‑end procurement lifecycle for goods and services.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
• Track procurement spend, savings and cycle times.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Proficiency in procurement systems

Education

CIPS qualification or equivalent

Tools

SPO

Ivalua

MS Office tools

Job description

We are seeking a motivated self‑starter who can work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment covering routine and non‑routine matters.

The Procurement Manager will bring their procurement experience into the Procurement team and will be responsible for activities that span the entire procurement cycle – proposal, sourcing, negotiation, administration, compliance, risk management and relationship management of supplier contracts across the UK business. The Procurement Manager will typically be responsible for reviewing the work of lower level professionals for compliance and best practice. Acquisitions will be in support of civil and defence new business proposals and current programmes as well as indirect procurement activities.

Procurement Execution

• Manage end‑to‑end procurement lifecycle for goods and services, including RFQs, bid evaluation, negotiation and contract award.
• Ensure timely conversion of requisitions to purchase orders within SLA targets.

Supplier Management

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure performance, quality and cost objectives are met.
• Monitor supplier compliance with contractual obligations and flow‑down requirements (e.g., Public Contracts Regulations 2015).

Governance & Compliance

• Adhere to Leidos Commercial Procurement Manual and internal audit requirements.
• Maintain accurate records in procurement systems (SPO/Ivalua) and support audit readiness.

Financial & Performance Reporting

• Track procurement spend, savings and cycle times; provide monthly reporting to programme leadership.
• Support cost analysis and pricing activities for bids and proposals.

Risk & Issue Management

• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks; elevate issues impacting delivery or compliance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain within a complex, regulated environment.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Familiarity with UK public sector procurement regulations and frameworks.
• Proficiency in procurement systems (e.g., SPO, Ivalua) and MS Office tools.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Hold or be able to hold UK SC clearance.

Skills Desired

• CIPS qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in defence, technology or government programmes.
• Knowledge of cost modelling and pricing templates.

Clearance Requirements

• BPSS pre‑screening required to start.
• SC required for the role.
• Hold or be able to hold UK SC clearance.

Leidos UK & EUROPE – we work to make the world safer, healthier and more efficient through technology, engineering and science.

Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services. In the United Kingdom we address complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation. Our purpose is to enable people to use their passion and abilities to keep those they care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. We empower people from every background, offering flexible work, digital tools, learning and growth opportunities, and a culture that inspires change.

Reward Scheme

• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
• Access to Flexible benefits (life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme)
• Flexi‑time working scheme