Senior Procurement Lead - FM & CRE | London

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious global firm is seeking a Senior Procurement Lead to manage Facilities Management spend. This strategic role involves shaping category strategies, optimizing supplier engagement, and delivering measurable business impact. The ideal candidate will have significant procurement experience, lead sourcing projects, and engage with stakeholders effectively. This opportunity promises a significant career advancement within a transformational environment.

Qualifications

• Significant procurement/category management experience in Facilities Management or Real Estate.
• Strong track record of leading sourcing projects and supplier negotiations.
• Leadership experience managing a direct report or a small team.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing & category strategies across Facilities Management & Corporate Real Estate.
• Drive cost optimisation, risk management, and supplier innovation.
• Negotiate complex supplier contracts ensuring compliance.

Skills

Procurement experience

Category management

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Senior Procurement Lead - FM & CRE | London (Hybrid Working)

To apply & learn more information, please contact [e-mail]

A prestigious global firm undergoing a transformation within their procurement function is seeking a Senior Procurement Lead to take ownership across Facilities Management spend. This high-profile mid-senior level role responsibile for delivering measurable business impact, shaping strategy, and driving innovation across the category.

This is a strategic procurement role where you will influence key business decisions and drive operational excellence. You'll work closely with stakeholders to optimise suppliers and deliver value beyond cost reduction. With strong visibility across the organisation, this role provides the opportunity to shape category strategies, implement innovative sourcing solutions, and support a team at the forefront of transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing & category strategies across Facilities Management & Corporate Real Estate related spend.
• Build future category roadmaps using market insight, data, and stakeholder demand.
• Drive cost optimisation, risk management, and supplier innovation.
• Negotiate complex supplier contracts, ensuring compliance and high performance.
• Manage one direct report, providing coaching, mentoring, and performance oversight.
• Act as a trusted procurement partner, influencing senior stakeholders to deliver results.

Required Experience

• Significant procurement / category management experience in Facilities Management, Real Estate, Property.
• Strong track record of leading sourcing projects, contract management, and supplier negotiations.
• Leadership experience, managing a direct report or small team.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to challenge and influence senior leaders.

This is a career-defining opportunity within a high-profile organisation where procurement is recognised as a key driver of business value and transformation. If you're a seasoned procurement professional ready to lead strategy and deliver measurable impact, this could be your perfect next step.

To apply & learn more information, please contact [e-mail]

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