Procurement Manager

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Procurement Manager to lead their new Procurement function. This role offers the chance to shape innovative procurement strategies and deliver exceptional value across various service lines. You will manage the entire procurement process, engage with stakeholders, and drive sustainability initiatives. This exciting opportunity is perfect for someone with a passion for procurement and a commitment to excellence. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to fostering growth and delivering outstanding client service.

Qualifications

• Professional experience in managing end-to-end procurement processes.
• Exceptional communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Managing the end-to-end procurement process and engaging stakeholders.
• Driving cost savings and lifecycle value generation.

Skills

Procurement Management

Supplier Relationship Management

Contract Analysis

Commercial Acumen

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Sustainability Knowledge

Education

CIPS Certification

Job description

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Forvis Mazars cares about your career progression, offering individually designed career paths that help you pursue your interests, match your changing needs, and explore your true potential. We work with diverse, prestigious clients across a range of sectors and geographies, giving you the opportunity to constantly update and grow your skills for lifelong professional development.

About the team

Our Business Services Team is a collective of creative, strategic, forward-thinking business enablers. Together the People & Culture, Marketing & Communications, IT, Operations, Finance and Quality & Risk Management teams make it their mission to ensure Mazars has the right tools, technology, strategies, and services in place to deliver exceptional client service and future-proof our growing business.

About the role

The new Procurement function is at the forefront of Forvis Mazars' evolving strategy. Responsible for delivering best-in-class procurement services, this team ensures we achieve optimal quality, pricing, and service excellence across our third-party supply chain.

As a Procurement Manager, you'll be a pivotal member of the newly established Procurement team, reporting directly to the Head of Procurement. This exciting opportunity allows you to lead diverse projects, foster innovation, and deliver measurable value across client-facing Service Lines, IT, Operations, HR, Marketing, and Business Services.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the end-to-end procurement process, including Supplier Relationship Management (SRM).
• Engaging stakeholders to design and deliver category plans and innovative solutions.
• Implementing procurement strategies aligned with Forvis Mazars' vision and sustainability objectives.
• Leading and supporting complex negotiations to secure the best outcomes.
• Driving cost savings, lifecycle value generation, and demand management.
• Collaborating with the Sustainability team to integrate environmental goals into procurement operations.
• Conducting financial analysis and providing regular reporting.
• Supporting and responding to ad hoc stakeholder requests efficiently and effectively.

What We Are Looking For

• We are seeking someone dynamic, forward-thinking, and skilled in procurement processes to help shape the future of this new and exciting function.
• Professional experience in managing end-to-end procurement.
• Knowledgeable in contract analysis at various levels.
• Proven commercial acumen and analytical skills.
• Exceptional communication and organisational abilities.
• Adept at managing competing priorities while delivering excellence.
• Familiarity with the professional services environment and CIPS certification (preferred).
• Passionate about contributing to Forvis Mazars' sustainable growth strategy.

About Forvis Mazars

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network. The network operates under a single brand worldwide, with just two members: Forvis Mazars LLP in the United States and Forvis Mazars Group SC, an internationally integrated partnership operating in over 100 countries and territories.

Both member firms share a commitment to providing an unmatched client experience, delivering audit & assurance, tax and advisory services around the world. Together, our strategic vision strives to move our clients, people, industry and communities forward.Through our reach and areas of expertise, we help organisations respond to emerging sustainability issues in the global marketplace including human rights, climate change, environmental impacts and culture.