Procurement Manager

Michael Page (UK); Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A notable recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee procurement activities and strategic contract negotiations within a not-for-profit organization. The ideal candidate will have MCIPS or equivalent procurement expertise, strong communication skills, and experience in supplier management. This role offers a competitive salary of £45,000 to £55,000 per annum and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Opportunities for professional growth

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Significant experience in procurement within a strategic context.
• Strong ability to influence stakeholders.
• Proven experience in supplier relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities and strategic contract negotiations.
• Provide guidance on procurement processes and best practices.
• Identify improvements and mitigate procurement risks.

Skills

Procurement expertise

Strong written communication skills

Supplier negotiations

Influencing skills

Commercial acumen

Contract negotiation

Education

MCIPS or working towards MCIPS

Job description

• Hybrid Working
• Competitive Salary

About Our Client

This is a permanent opportunity within a not-for-profit organisation known for its impactful contributions and professional environment.

Job Description

• Carry out category and project-related procurement activities through strategic contract negotiations, implementation, and ongoing relationship management
• Provide expert guidance to stakeholders on end-to-end procurement processes, enabling best practice procurement across all
• Identify opportunities for improvements and value-add in processes, procedures, and during procurement activities, including managing supplier relationships and negotiating commercial terms.
• Identify and mitigate procurement, supplier, and supply chain risks to the organisation.
• Maintain the Contract Register, ensuring it is up-to-date and accurate, with timely notifications to the business to enable necessary procurement activities to be carried out.
• Ensure contracts have appropriate supplier performance controls enabled through effective category strategies and sourcing exercises

The Successful Applicant

A successful Procurement Manager should have:

• MCIPS or Working towards MCIPS or demonstrable procurement expertise
• Strong written communication skills, able to write complex reports
• Experience of supplier negotiations and relationship management
• Strong ability to influence using multiple styles as appropriate
• Strong commercial acumen demonstrated in previous roles
• Experience in negotiating contracts

What's on Offer

• A salary ranging from £45,000 to £55,000 per annum.
• Opportunities for professional growth within the not-for-profit sector.
• Comprehensive benefits package