Procurement Manager

StepSquare; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global conservation charity is seeking a Procurement Manager to join its team in Woking. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships, optimize procurement strategies, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure value for money. With a hybrid work model and attractive benefits including 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, this role is perfect for those passionate about sustainability and making a difference.

Benefits

Annual leave starting at 26 days

Flexible working options

Employer pension contribution

Learning and development opportunities

Regular wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience of working as a procurement professional in a comparable supplier spend environment.
• Track record of achieving procurement improvements and cost savings.
• Good technical understanding of several procurement categories.

Responsibilities

• Manage limited categories of spend in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Develop and implement category strategies.
• Produce procurement management information.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Project planning

Collaboration

Education

Working towards CIPS qualification or equivalent

Tools

Electronic procurement systems

Job description

Overview

This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.

Join Us at WWF-UK - Procurement Manager

Role

Were excited to be recruiting for a Procurement Manager to join our Procurement Team, within the Operations Dept at WWF-UK. As Procurement Manager you will be a member of a committed team responsible for ensuring the best value for money, reducing the risks with our suppliers and supporting the procurement function across a third party supplier budget of more than £35m. Reporting to the Head of Procurement, you will manage limited categories of spend in collaboration with internal stakeholders and develop and implement category strategies to ensure optimised quality, transparent total cost of ownership and high service levels across the business.

Responsibilities

• Experience of working as a procurement professional in an organisation with comparable supplier spend or greater.
• A track record of achieving procurement improvements and cost savings.
• A good technical appreciation and experience of several procurement categories.
• Experience of negotiating and reviewing supplier contracts.
• Considering or working towards Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) qualification/equivalent.
• Experience of using electronic procurement systems.
• Experience of producing and communicating procurement management information.
• Strong communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to plan work and to operate to tight deadlines and prioritise effectively.

What We Offer

• Annual leave starting at 26 days a year, rising one day each year to 31 days plus bank holidays.
• Flexible working options, to support your work life balance.
• 5% employer contribution to pension, rising to 10% with employee contribution.
• Learning and development opportunities to help you grow.
• Regular wellbeing initiatives to support your health and happiness.

This role is hybrid with a minimum 20% of your contracted hours spent at our head office, the Living Planet Centre in Woking, Surrey.

About WWF-UK

Were a global conservation charity with millions of supporters and hundreds of projects around the world. At WWF-UK, were bringing our world back to life. Protecting whats left isnt enough. Were racing to restore nature and prevent catastrophic climate change. And its a race we can win with everyones help. Were courageous, passionate, and driven by science. For more than 60 years weve been at the forefront of global efforts to protect wildlife and the natural world. We work with integrity, collaboration and deep respect for those we partner with.

How To Apply

Click the link to apply via our website. Youll be asked to complete an application form and upload your CV and a supporting statement that tells us why youll be a great addition to WWF-UK.

Our Diversity Promise to You

At the heart of our mission is a simple truth: the planet needs everyone. That means you - in all your uniqueness, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or how you choose to express yourself. We dont do stereotypes. We work together with purpose, driven by passion and enhanced by respect, courage, and integrity. We pull together from all walks of life to fight for a better future, and we want you to feel supported every step of the way. Were proud to be a Disability Confident employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. So, if theres anything we can do to make your application or interview experience more comfortable or accessible, just give our Talent Acquisition Team a shout via our website.