Senior Procurement Manager - £95K

1st Executive Ltd; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organization in Watford is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to lead category strategies across Marketing, HR, and Professional Services. This role offers the opportunity to shape and embed procurement within the business, fostering sustainability and collaboration. Ideal candidates will have a strong procurement background and be degree-qualified, ideally with MCIPS certification. The position includes a modern hybrid working model and a compelling benefits package.

Benefits

Modern hybrid working model

Supportive culture

Compelling reward package

Qualifications

• Proven track record in Procurement and Category Management.
• Strong influencing skills to drive change.
• Experience in sustainable procurement practices.

Responsibilities

• Shape and execute category strategies across Marketing, HR, and Professional Services.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders to embed Procurement's value.
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate commercial agreements.

Skills

Procurement

Category Management

Sustainability practices

Influencing skills

Commercial acumen

Education

Degree-qualified

MCIPS certified

Job description

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Published:

1 day ago

Expiry date:

2025-08-27

Startdate:

ASAP

Senior Procurement Manager - Marketing & Professional Services
Location: Watford (3 days per week onsite)
Salary: Up to £95,000 + Excellent Benefits

Are you a strategic procurement leader ready to shape the future of procurement in a high-growth, purpose-driven business?

We're hiring on behalf of a forward-thinking organisation operating at the cutting edge of a fast-moving, technology-led sector. With sustainability and social value embedded at its core, this company is on an ambitious growth journey-and Procurement is playing a pivotal role in driving commercial success, innovation, and positive change.

This is not just another corporate function. Procurement here is less than two years old, meaning you'll have the rare opportunity to build, influence, and leave a legacy as part of a progressive team redefining how procurement delivers value.

The Role: Senior Procurement Manager

As a Senior Procurement Manager, you'll take the lead on shaping and executing category strategies across Marketing, HR, and Professional Services. You'll act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders across Marketing, Finance, HR, and Operations-ensuring procurement is seen not just as a function, but as a business enabler.

Key responsibilities include:

Developing and delivering complex end-to-end sourcing strategies across high-impact spend categories.

Building strong, trust-based relationships with stakeholders to embed Procurement's value proposition throughout the organisation.

Navigating ambiguity and driving cross-functional collaboration to solve procurement challenges in innovative, sustainable ways.

Managing supplier relationships, negotiating commercial agreements, and embedding sustainability and risk management across the supply chain.

Leading robust negotiations on scope, commercials, and contracts-working closely with Legal, Finance, Tax and other internal teams.

What You'll Bring:

Proven track record in Procurement and Category Management across Marketing, HR, and Professional Services.

Strong influencing skills and the ability to drive meaningful change in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Experience in embedding sustainable procurement practices into sourcing strategies.

Commercial acumen, resilience, and a proactive, delivery-focused mindset.

Executive presence, with the gravitas to influence and engage at all levels.

Ideally, Degree-qualified and MCIPS certified.

Why Join?

This isn't just about a job-it's about joining a mission-led organisation at a transformative stage. Backed by a global parent company with a deep-rooted commitment to innovation, sustainability, and social good, you'll be empowered to think big, move fast, and make a lasting impact.

You'll also enjoy:

A modern, flexible hybrid working model (3 days onsite in Watford)

A supportive culture that encourages collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning

The chance to shape a young and evolving Procurement function from the inside out

A compelling reward package with scope for personal and professional growth

Applicants must hold current and valid UK Right to Work status.

Ready to lead from the front and help shape the future of procurement in a business that's changing the game?