Procurement Manager (Indirects)

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

Job summary

A leading household retailer is seeking a Procurement Manager to enhance their procurement team. This strategic role focuses on managing indirect categories such as IT and Marketing, aiming to optimize procurement processes and drive cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience in indirect procurement.
• Proven track record of handling end-to-end procurement projects.
• Ability to forge relationships across departments.

Responsibilities

• Lead indirect category projects and contract negotiations.
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes including RFPs.
• Drive cost reduction and control annual category spend.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Cost Reduction

Risk Mitigation

Negotiation

Education

CIPS

Relevant Degree

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

Sea Global is delighted to be representing a household retailer currently looking to recruit a Procurement Manager to join their growing Procurement team. The role is at group level with a focus on indirect categories such as IT, Marketing, Corporate Services, HR, and Travel.

They seek a strategically minded procurement professional comfortable working in a collaborative environment. This role suits procurement professionals looking to advance their careers or Procurement Managers seeking to move into a large, dynamic organization.

Role & Responsibilities

• Report to the Senior Procurement Manager
• Lead indirect category projects and contract negotiations
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including RFPs and supplier management
• Collaborate with business unit heads, including Directors and Department Heads
• Support tenders and negotiate large, complex contracts
• Drive cost reduction, risk mitigation, and control of annual category spend

Experience & Requirements

• Experience in indirect procurement
• Proven track record of managing end-to-end procurement projects with clear outcomes
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders across departments
• CIPS, degree, or relevant qualification is a plus but not essential