Procurement Manager - FM (6 month FTC)

Beaumont Select; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits experienced procurement professionals with a world-renowned leader in the Facilities Management sector. This role involves managing procurement activities for a major Government client, ensuring compliance and effective supplier management. You will collaborate with various teams to secure favorable contractual terms and drive risk mitigation strategies. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise in procurement and supplier relationship management will be valued. If you have a strong background in FM or construction and are ready to take on new challenges, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of procurement experience, preferably in FM or Construction.
• Strong business acumen and contracting experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities for a major Government client.
• Ensure compliance with supplier assurance requirements.
• Drive contract management and risk mitigation.

Skills

Procurement Experience

Contract Negotiation

Supplier Relationship Management

Change Management

Communication Skills

Education

Degree Qualification

CIPS Certification

Job description

Looking for experienced Procurement professionals for an exciting opportunity with a world-renowned leader in the FM space. This is a 6-month FTC.

We are collaborating with a global leader in the Facilities Management sector, seeking an experienced procurement professional to manage all procurement activities for one of their largest central Government clients.

You will serve as the procurement representative, supporting the client with strategic sourcing, supplier management, and delivery across major FM, Capital Projects, and Construction spend.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Implement robust contracting to ensure full and compliant contracts with suppliers, working closely with Legal and Supply Chain & Procurement teams.
2. Collaborate with Operational Teams to align Scope of Works with technical expertise and client expectations.
3. Lead the completion of all necessary flow-downs for suppliers, ensuring compliance and assurance requirements are met.
4. Act as the link between Supply Chain, Procurement Business Partner, Legal, and other stakeholders to keep tasks aligned and on track.
5. Ensure all supplier assurance requirements, including contractual governance, are in place and met.
6. Work efficiently at pace, managing workload effectively.
7. Drive Contract Management & Risk Mitigation by securing favorable contractual terms and conditions, minimizing operational, contractual, and financial risks.

Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications:

• Proven experience in Procurement, typically 5+ years, preferably with FM or Construction knowledge; other Indirects considered.
• Experience in negotiating and drafting contract clauses.
• Comfortable with negotiations and collaboration.
• Degree qualification preferred.
• Professional certification such as CIPS is preferable.
• Strong business acumen with demonstrable contracting experience.
• Exceptional communication skills to engage with diverse stakeholders at multiple levels.
• Proven change management capabilities.
• Experience in Supplier Relationship Management.
• Knowledge of the Public Sector is an advantage.

This role is based at our client's offices in Surrey, requiring 3 days a week in the office.

Only candidates with RTW in the UK will be considered.

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For more information, contact Craig Gallagher at [phone].