Senior Procurement Manager - Head of Procurement

Michael Page (UK); Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established not-for-profit organization in Liverpool is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to lead their procurement activities. This role offers the chance to manage a small team while ensuring value for money in all externally purchased goods and services. You will collaborate with various managers to develop effective procurement strategies and provide vital support on strategic procurement matters. The company prides itself on a supportive culture and offers a competitive salary along with a generous benefits package. If you're passionate about making a significant impact in the not-for-profit sector, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Free parking

Supportive company culture

Autonomy in role

Qualifications

• Experience in public sector procurement and indirect procurement of services.
• Strong background in managing budgets and supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead and monitor procurement procedures in accordance with legislation.
• Collaborate with managers to reduce procurement costs and improve systems.

Skills

Public Sector Procurement

Supplier Management

Budget Management

Project Management

Team Management

Procurement Strategy Development

Education

CIPS Certification

Job description

• Senior Procurement Manager - Indirect - Not for Profit
• Liverpool

About Our Client

The company is a prominent not-for-profit organisation within the Liverpool area. With over 500 employees, the company is renowned for delivering exceptional service to its customers, stakeholders and the communities it serves.

Job Description

As a Senior Procurement Manager you will:

1. Lead, manage, deliver and monitor procurement procedures and processes in accordance with relevant legislation and best practice.
2. Manage the continuous review, development and improvement of systems, processes and services.
3. Support managers with the procurement of a range of contracts for goods, works and services in accordance with agreed deadlines and performance indicators to ensure that you obtain value for money for all externally purchased goods, works and services.
4. Collaborate with managers to reduce procurement costs by identifying areas suitable for collaborative contracts and to develop appropriate contractual arrangements.
5. Provide procurement advice, guidance and support to the senior team on strategic procurement matters.
6. Liaise and communicate with suppliers and contractors, and other organisations, both verbally and in writing as required.
7. Co-ordinate contract and supplier relationships to develop, review and maintain the contracts register and any approved supplier lists.
8. Research and analyse procurement projects, and using the information gained, advise managers as to the appropriate course of action.
9. Manage the production of procurement related data as required to meet public procurement obligations and to support corporate objectives.
10. Manage and support a small team.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Procurement Manager / Head of Procurement you should have:

1. Ideally you will have CIPS or be working towards it. You would have previously worked as a Procurement Manager / Senior Procurement Officer with experience of managing/mentoring.
2. You must have experience in public sector procurement, indirect procurement of services and goods (mainly FM, corporate and professional services).
3. Experience in managing or mentoring a team is essential.
4. Experience of managing budgets as well as supplier and stakeholder management.
5. Experience in project management, creating procurement strategies and public sector procurement related statutory and legal requirements.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary with a generous benefits package and free parking.
• An engaging and supportive company culture, with autonomy to make this role your own.
• An opportunity to make a significant impact in a not-for-profit organisation, leading all procurement activities and managing a small team.