Procurement Manager (Indirects)

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

Job summary

A leading retailer is seeking a Procurement Manager to join their growing procurement team at a group level. This role focuses on indirect categories like IT, HR, and Marketing, suitable for strategic professionals looking to advance in their careers. Collaboration with stakeholders and managing complex negotiations are key components of this position, making it ideal for someone with a solid background in procurement.

Benefits

Up to 20% bonus

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in indirect procurement is essential.
• Proven track record in managing end-to-end procurement projects.
• Ability to build relationships across departments.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Negotiation

Strategic Thinking

Education

CIPS qualification

Degree in relevant field

Job description

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Procurement Manager (Indirects), Preston, Lancashire

Client:

Sea Global

Location:

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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, focusing on indirect categories such as IT, Marketing, Corporate Services, HR, and Travel.

They seek a strategically minded procurement professional comfortable working collaboratively. This role is ideal for procurement professionals aiming to advance or those seeking to step into a larger, exciting business.

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
• Support tenders and negotiate large, complex contracts
• Deliver cost reductions, mitigate risks, and control category spend

Experience & Requirements

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