Senior Procurement Manager

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS); Greater London; Remote; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to source, negotiate, and manage service providers for outsourced services. The role supports multiple clients with complex sourcing strategies and delivers value while mitigating risk.

The position is remote and part of CBRE's procurement function. You'll lead RFPs, negotiate terms, and drive savings initiatives; manage contracts through their lifecycle, monitor performance, and report outcomes to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 5–8 years of relevant experience; MCIPS preferred.
• Proven experience leading RFPs and tender exercises, negotiating supplier contracts, and delivering measurable cost savings.
• Strong understanding of commercial contract terms, including pricing, indexation, liability, termination, and service levels.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and maintain contracts and related procurement documents for large volumes of goods and services.
• Lead supplier contracts through lifecycle including pricing, indexation, liability, termination, SLAs and change control.
• Manage RFPs and tender processes from specification to award and mobilisation.
• Negotiate terms to secure value and manage risk; develop savings initiatives.
• Monitor supplier performance via KPIs, SLAs, issue remediation, and escalation.
• Report spend, savings, and contract status to management and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and regional teams to develop procurement strategies.

Skills

RFP management

Contract negotiation

Supplier performance management

Cost savings delivery

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Advanced MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

MCIPS certification preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Job Purpose:

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are currently recruiting a Senior Procurement Manager. As a Senior Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing service providers for outsourced services, while supporting multiple clients or departments with the development and execution of complex sourcing and procurement strategies. This role sits within CBRE's Procurement function and focuses on delivering value, managing risk, improving supplier performance, and supporting business objectives through effective procurement and commercial management. The role is remote.

What You'll Do:

• Draft, review, negotiate, and maintain contracts and other business documents supporting the procurement of large volumes of goods and services.
• Manage supplier contracts throughout their lifecycle, applying a strong understanding of commercial terms including pricing, indexation, liability, termination, service levels, and change control.
• Lead RFPs and tender processes from specification and market engagement through evaluation, negotiation, award, and mobilisation.
• Negotiate commercial terms, pricing structures, and contract amendments to secure value and effectively manage risk.
• Identify, develop, and deliver savings initiatives within assigned areas of responsibility.
• Manage supplier performance through KPI reviews, service level monitoring, issue resolution, remediation planning, and escalation management.
• Prepare and present reporting on spend, savings delivery, supplier performance, and contract status to management and key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, operational teams, global shared services colleagues, and executive sponsors to develop and execute regional procurement strategies.
• Manage expectations and challenges across diverse teams, locations, and cultures.
• Lead by example, demonstrating behaviours aligned with CBRE RISE values and influencing stakeholders while operating within company policies and departmental plans.
• Apply broad business and procurement knowledge to support team and departmental objectives.
• Identify and resolve complex technical and operational challenges.
• Drive improvements to processes, methods, and standards within the procurement function.
• Mentor and coach team members to support capability development and performance improvement.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will also be considered. MCIPS qualification preferred.
• Proven experience leading RFPs and tender exercises, negotiating supplier contracts, and delivering measurable cost savings.
• Strong understanding of key commercial contract terms, including pricing, indexation, liability, termination, service levels, and change control.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage clients and senior stakeholders through clear written and verbal reporting.
• Ability to communicate sensitive, complex, and challenging information, establish performance expectations, and resolve issues effectively.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a naturally inquisitive approach.
• High levels of accuracy when reviewing contracts, pricing data, and supplier information.
• Strong numerical and financial analysis skills, including the ability to perform complex calculations and interpret commercial data.

Desirable:

• Experience applying AI or automation within procurement, including the use of technology to support analysis, contract review, reporting, or process improvement.
• Experience within Facilities Management procurement categories such as cleaning, security, catering, technical services, or M&E services.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.