Procurement Manager (Indirects)

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is looking for a Procurement Manager to join their team, focusing on indirect procurement. The ideal candidate will lead projects, manage procurement processes, and support negotiations while driving cost efficiencies in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in indirect procurement is essential.
• Proven track record in end-to-end procurement projects.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects and negotiations in indirect procurement categories.
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including RFPs.
• Collaborate with business unit heads and directors.

Skills

Stakeholder relationship management

Negotiation

Cost reduction strategies

Education

CIPS Certification

Degree or relevant qualification

Job description

Title: Procurement Manager

Sector:

Retail

Location:

London or Swindon (3 days a week, 2 from home)

Salary & Package:

£45,000 - £50,000 + up to 20% bonus and additional benefits

Company:

Sea Global, a household retailer

Role Overview:

Seeking a strategically minded Procurement Manager to join the growing Procurement team, focusing on indirect categories such as IT, Marketing, Corporate Services, HR, and Travel. This role is at group level and ideal for professionals looking to step up or move into a larger, dynamic organization.

Responsibilities:

1. Report to the Senior Procurement Manager
2. Lead projects and negotiations in indirect categories
3. Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including RFPs and supplier management
4. Collaborate with business unit heads and directors
5. Support tenders and negotiate large contracts
6. Drive cost reductions, mitigate risks, and manage category spend

Requirements:

1. Experience in indirect procurement
2. Proven track record of end-to-end procurement projects
3. Ability to build relationships with stakeholders across departments
4. CIPS, degree, or relevant qualification is a plus but not mandatory