Procurement Manager

Michael Page (UK); Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services organisation is seeking a Procurement Manager to join their team in Leeds. This role involves developing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements. The successful candidate will have relevant qualifications and significant experience in procurement, along with strong negotiating and leadership skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a supportive company culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary with room for negotiation

Opportunity to work in a well-established organisation

Positive, supportive company culture

Central location in Leeds with excellent transport links

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a similar role, preferably in professional services.
• Thorough understanding of procurement processes and legalities.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing innovative procurement strategies.
• Managing relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Overseeing the procurement process from identification to delivery.

Skills

Negotiating

Relationship-building

Communication

Leadership

Strategic mindset

Education

Qualifications in Procurement & Supply Chain

Job description

• Globally recognized business.
• Full category ownership of the FM and IT/Tech categories.

About Our Client

Our client is a large, international organisation specialising in professional services and financial solutions. With a global reach and a reputation for excellence, they are looking for an individual to join their team in Leeds who can support their continued expansion.

Job Description

• Developing and implementing innovative procurement strategies.
• Managing and fostering relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Head up the FM and tech/IT categories and have full ownership
• Overseeing the procurement process, from the initial identification of requirements to the final delivery of goods/services.
• Ensuring the Procurement & Supply Chain department delivers a high level of internal customer service.
• Negotiating contracts and terms with suppliers.
• Identifying opportunities to achieve cost savings without compromising quality.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
• Managing and developing a team of procurement professionals.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Procurement Manager should have:

• Relevant qualifications in Procurement & Supply Chain or a related field.
• Significant experience in a similar role, preferably within the professional services industry.
• Strong negotiating and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to identify opportunities for cost savings.
• A thorough understanding of procurement processes and legalities.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary ranging from £50,000 with room for negotiation
• An opportunity to work in a large, well-established organisation within the professional services industry.
• A positive, supportive company culture that encourages growth and development.
• A central location in Leeds with excellent transport links.
• A rewarding role where you can make a real impact on the organisation's success.

We encourage all suitable candidates to apply, as this is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career in Procurement within a leading professional services organisation.