Senior European Procurement Manager - Construction/Fit Out

JR United Kingdom; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading casual dining chain seeks a Senior European Procurement Manager based in Crawley to oversee procurement for new store development and maintenance, managing a yearly budget of approximately £150 million. This role requires strong negotiation skills, expertise in construction and fit-out, and collaboration across the UK and Europe. Candidates should have experience in relevant sectors and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, fit-out, hard FM, and capex.
• Prior involvement in retail/hospitality sectors is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects across different regions.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities for new store development and asset maintenance.
• Collaborate with design and property teams to optimize processes.
• Ensure high standards and timely delivery across multiple projects.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Project management

Fluency in English

Proficiency in French

Proficiency in German

Proficiency in Spanish

Job description

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Senior European Procurement Manager - Construction/Fit Out, Crawley, West Sussex

Client:

Taylor Bolam - Procurement Recruitment Specialists

Location:

Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Senior European Procurement Manager - Construction/Fit Out - London - (c. £80k + package)

Do you want to play a pivotal role in the expansion of one of Europe's fastest growing casual dining chains?

We are currently recruiting a Senior Category Manager to manage all spend relating to new store development and asset maintenance for a highly successful and rapidly expanding casual dining chain.

The role covers 5 key European regions - the UK, Germany, France, and Spain. Total spend under management is approximately £150 million, split roughly 80/20 between 50 new store developments per year and asset maintenance for their almost 300+ existing outlets.

You will lead procurement activities related to new store development across all subcategories, including design and architecture, subcontractors, materials, engineering, signage, M&E, fit-out, capex equipment, utilities, and FF&E. The focus is on collaborating with in-country leadership and property/design teams to optimize design and specifications, reduce costs, and ensure high standards, quality, and timely delivery across multiple projects.

This role reports to the Head of Procurement and works closely with property, design, and finance teams. Compensation is benchmarked at approximately £80k plus bonus and package, dependent on experience. The role requires in-office presence in London 2 days per week and moderate UK/European travel.

Requirements include:

• Experience and expertise in relevant subcategories: construction, fit-out, hard FM, M&E, capex, with prior involvement in retail/hospitality or similar sectors highly preferred.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage multiple projects across different geographies.
• Fluent English and proficiency in French, German, or Spanish is advantageous but not essential.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be willing to meet the hybrid and travel requirements. For further details, please apply or contact Taylor Bolam - Procurement Recruitment Specialists.