Procurement Manager (Indirects)

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

Job summary

A household retailer is seeking a Procurement Manager to join their growing Procurement team in Southampton. The role focuses on indirect categories, requiring a strategically minded procurement professional. Responsibilities include managing procurement processes, contract negotiations, and driving cost reductions.

Qualifications

• Experience in indirect procurement.
• Proven track record with end-to-end procurement projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including RFPs and supplier management.
• Lead on indirect category projects and contract negotiations.
• Drive cost reduction, risk mitigation, and control of category spend.

Skills

Relationship Building

Strategic Thinking

Collaboration

Cost Reduction

Education

CIPS or relevant qualification

Job description

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Procurement Manager (Indirects), Southampton

Client:

Sea Global

Location:

Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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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 sits at group level and will focus on indirect categories such as IT, Marketing, Corporate Services, HR, and Travel.

They are seeking a strategically minded procurement professional comfortable working in a collaborative environment. This role is ideal for procurement professionals looking to advance their career or a Procurement Manager seeking to join a large, dynamic business.

Role & Responsibilities

• Report to the Senior Procurement Manager
• Lead on 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
• Drive cost reduction, risk mitigation, and control of category spend

Experience & Requirements

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