Procurement Manager

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Ground Control is a leading external maintenance business and biodiversity expert committed to enhancing and improving the physical environment for our customers and their communities.

We're a purpose-driven, values-centered business, on a mission to realize the potential of human nature by bringing together people, places, and the planet.

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Procurement Manager

Contract Type: Permanent

Overview:
We are seeking a proactive and strategic Procurement Manager to join our dynamic team in Billericay. In this role, you will play a key part in developing and executing category strategies, managing supplier relationships, leading sourcing initiatives, and optimizing the Procurement cycle's end-to-end systems and processes. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to make a tangible impact on procurement operations, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Contract Management & Specification Writing: Identifying contract requirements and drafting specifications for existing and new contracts across a small portfolio or specific business areas.
• Supplier Coordination & Relationship Management: Coordinating activities with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure successful delivery of outcomes. You will act as the primary point of contact, managing relationships while adhering to an established contract management plan.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Utilizing predefined tools and methods to gather, analyze, and present data. This includes organizing and preparing complex documents and summarizing findings for reports.
• Market Research & Supplier Analysis: Conducting research to analyze key cost drivers, market dynamics, and supplier alternatives in low-risk areas with minimal change costs. Collaborating with relevant functions to provide actionable market insights for decision-making.
• Cost Evaluation & Profitability Improvement: Assessing costs, identifying variances, and highlighting opportunities for cost savings and process improvements. Presenting findings and recommendations to senior colleagues for further action.
• Issue Resolution & Stakeholder Support: Handling queries from internal teams, external customers, or suppliers. Providing detailed explanations of complex processes and policies, and escalating issues when necessary.
• Vendor Negotiation & Category Management: Negotiating with vendors to ensure optimal pricing, product assortment, and service terms. Managing a small-to-medium category of products or services or working within specific subcategories of larger procurement areas.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, with exposure to contract management and supplier negotiation.
• Strong analytical and data management skills, proficiency in office software and procurement tools.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, capable of managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Career Development Focus: We’re committed to supporting your professional growth through clear career paths, training, and tailored development programs, including our GC Leadership Academy, job-specific accreditations, and higher education opportunities.

Growth Opportunities: Be part of a rapidly expanding company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.

Collaborative Environment: Work in a supportive, engaging, and innovative culture where your contributions are valued.

Competitive Package: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, along with flexible working options, including:

• 23 days holiday, increasing with length of service + bank holidays
• Yearly bonus scheme & share options
• Medigold employee support, free flu jabs, online private GP services
• Free or subsidized national gym memberships
• Employee Recognition Scheme

Ground Control is a UK-based grounds maintenance company powered by the latest technology. Since launching in 1973, Ground Control has grown rapidly and now provides full national coverage for our customers across the UK and Ireland.

We deliver a range of services, including grounds maintenance, winter gritting, landscape construction, design, arboriculture, and electric vehicle charging point installation to more than 50,000 commercial properties across the UK.

If you are looking to invest in your future with a business that puts people at the center of everything, click the apply now button below to speak to a team member.