Procurement Manager (Indirects)

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

Job summary

A leading retailer is seeking a Procurement Manager to join their team in Watford. This role focuses on indirect procurement categories, requiring strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills. The successful candidate will manage procurement processes, driving cost reduction and supplier engagements while collaborating with various departments.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead indirect category projects and negotiations.
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes.
• Collaborate with business unit heads.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Cost Reduction

Negotiation

Education

CIPS or relevant qualification

Job description

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Procurement Manager (Indirects), Watford, Hertfordshire

Client: Sea Global

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, 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 operates at the 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 is suitable for procurement professionals looking to advance or for a Procurement Manager seeking to step into 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 and Department Heads
• Support tenders and negotiations for large and complex contracts
• Drive cost reduction, risk mitigation, and manage category spend

Experience & Requirements

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