Procurement Manager

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead procurement activities in the UK. You will ensure compliance with procurement legislation and drive best practices while delivering exceptional service to stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a strong background in procurement processes, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This role offers a full-time contract with an emphasis on equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply qualification (or working towards it).
• Proven experience managing procurement processes and contracts in a complex environment.
• Strong understanding of procurement legislation and governance.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Skilled in prioritising deliverables and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and improvement of procurement systems, policies, and strategic initiatives.
• Lead high-value or complex procurement exercises from end to end.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and governance.
• Provide expert advice on procurement processes and supplier selection.
• Implement robust supplier due diligence and contract management processes.
• Oversee tendering processes and manage supplier communications.
• Maintain accurate records and compliance documentation.
• Deliver training on procurement procedures.
• Monitor procurement spend dashboards for compliance.

Job description

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Location: East London | Full-time | Permanent

We are seeking a Procurement Manager to lead and manage procurement activities, ensuring governance, value for money, and full compliance with legislation. This role will support the Head of Procurement in shaping procurement strategy, driving best practice, and delivering an outstanding service to both internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and improvement of procurement systems, policies, and strategic initiatives.
• Lead high-value or complex procurement exercises from end to end.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, legislative requirements, and delegated financial authorities.
• Provide expert advice to stakeholders on procurement processes, supplier selection, and cost estimation.
• Implement robust supplier due diligence, contract management, and relationship management processes.
• Oversee tendering processes, including issuing invitations, evaluating bids, and managing supplier communications.
• Maintain accurate records, contract registers, and compliance documentation.
• Re-tender substantial contracts and monitor supplier competitiveness.
• Deliver training and support to managers and staff on procurement procedures.
• Monitor procurement spend dashboards to ensure compliance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver the procurement pipeline on time and in line with strategy.

About You

• Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply qualification (or working towards it).
• Proven experience managing procurement processes and contracts in a complex environment.
• Strong understanding of procurement legislation and governance.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Skilled in prioritising deliverables and meeting deadlines.

Inventum Group is passionate about equity, diversity and inclusion. We seek individuals from the widest talent pool and encourage underrepresented talent to apply for vacancies with us. We are committed to recruitment processes that are fair for all, regardless of background and personal characteristics. If you require any adjustments to apply for a role with us, please let us know in whatever way suits you best. Inventum Group is a Recruitment and ED&I Consultancy Business.