Procurement Manager

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead strategic projects and deliver cost-effective solutions. This role involves building strong stakeholder relationships, managing supplier performance, and optimizing procurement processes. You will be responsible for negotiating contracts, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and ensuring that procurement strategies align with overall business objectives. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses excellent negotiation and analytical skills, and is committed to delivering exceptional value. Join this dynamic team and make a significant impact on the procurement landscape.

Qualifications

• Proven delivery in procurement management within retail or fast-paced environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver procurement strategies aligned with business goals.
• Manage multiple projects and stakeholders while optimizing procurement processes.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Negotiation Skills

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Business or related field

CIPS Qualification

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office

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About the role

Selfridges Procurement Managers are professionals with a proven track record of delivery across various categories and spend ranges, from low value/risk to strategic, business-critical projects.

The Procurement Manager will develop sound commercial solutions supporting stakeholder objectives. They will build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, deliver, record, and report solutions that demonstrate cost savings, improved service, and risk mitigation to meet business requirements and value targets. The Procurement Manager will review contracts and negotiate best value outcomes for Selfridges.

Reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager, the Procurement Manager will develop, draft, and deliver RFx processes, benchmarking, and formal supplier relationship/performance management activities as needed.

Role Responsibilities

• Be a critical business partner to key stakeholders, challenging and supporting as needed.
• Support the creation and delivery of procurement strategies and targets aligned with overall business goals.
• Complete procurement projects timely by optimizing meetings, information exchange, and holding suppliers and Selfridges accountable.
• Manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously, focusing on priorities and working comfortably with ambiguity.
• Review and streamline procurement processes, supporting the embedding of new processes with stakeholders.
• Engage with relevant Selfridges functions to ensure contracts have appropriate coverage, meet business needs, and deliver expected value.
• Use effective communication methods for discussions and resolutions.
• Identify, implement, and report on cost-saving and waste-reduction opportunities, including managing demand.
• Support senior negotiations and implement tactics to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Lead procurement projects to meet timelines and objectives.
• Conduct regular contract reviews through market testing, benchmarking, rationalization, and aggregation.
• Provide procurement project advice as needed.
• Build productive relationships with suppliers to identify opportunities and innovations.

Customer Interaction

• Identify and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to meet business needs.
• Agree engagement plans to ensure project timelines and targets are met.
• Serve as a single point of contact for project customers.
• Train and educate customers on procurement processes and policies.

Team Support

• Support the Head of Procurement and Senior Managers in managing workload and targets.
• Encourage teamwork and motivate team members to deliver seamless procurement services.
• Work across multiple projects and categories, adhering to procurement procedures and policies.
• Manage relationships with the Finance team regarding budgets, cost savings, and spend reduction.

About You

Experience

• Proven delivery in procurement management within retail or similar fast-paced environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills.
• Experience in negotiating and managing supplier performance.

Technical Skills

• Excellent negotiation skills and understanding of procurement best practices.
• Knowledge of supplier relationship management.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Office applications.
• Experience in managing tenders, benchmarking, and creating commercial models.
• Understanding of contracts and clauses, with specific knowledge of goods and services contracts.
• Degree or CIPS qualification preferred.

Personal Attributes

• Ability to influence and manage relationships with senior leaders.
• Confidence in negotiations and difficult conversations.
• Self-starter thriving in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, analytical, planning, and organizational skills.
• Customer-focused, team-oriented, and problem-solving abilities.