Senior Procurement Manager - Logistics | £90k

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); England; Hybrid; GBP 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious global firm in the UK seeks a Senior Strategic Procurement Manager to oversee Logistics and Corporate Services spending. This role involves leading category strategies, driving cost optimisation, and influencing key business decisions. Ideal candidates will have significant procurement experience, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to manage a direct report. This is an exciting opportunity to shape procurement strategy in a transformation-focused environment.

Benefits

Strong Bonus

Pension

Qualifications

• Significant procurement/category management experience in Logistics & Corporate Services.
• Strong track record of leading sourcing projects and supplier negotiations.
• Leadership experience, managing a direct report or small team.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing & category strategies across Logistics and Corporate Services.
• Build future category roadmaps using market insight and stakeholder demand.
• Drive cost optimisation and supplier innovation.
• Negotiate complex supplier contracts ensuring compliance.
• Manage one direct report, providing coaching and oversight.
• Act as a trusted procurement partner, influencing senior stakeholders.

Skills

Procurement and category management

Stakeholder engagement

Supplier negotiations

Contract management

Cost optimisation

Leadership

Job description

Senior Strategic Procurement Manager - Logistics & Corporate Services | £90,000 + Strong Bonus & Pension | Commutable: Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire (Hybrid Working)

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

A prestigious global firm undergoing a major transformation within their procurement function is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to take ownership across Logistics & Distribution categories, alongside a smaller portion of Corporate Services related spend. This high-profile mid-senior level role includes one direct report and responsibility 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 supplier networks, unlock efficiencies, and deliver value beyond cost reduction. With strong visibility across the organisation, this role provides the opportunity to shape category strategy, implement innovative sourcing solutions, and support a team at the forefront of transformation.

From optimising supplier networks to improving distribution efficiency, embedding responsible sourcing practices, and supporting regional operations, this team delivers strategic impact far beyond traditional procurement. You\'ll gain cross-functional exposure, the opportunity to lead and develop a direct report, and play a central role in a high-profile transformation programme shaping the future of the procurement function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead sourcing & category strategies across Logistics and some Corporate Services 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 Logistics & Corporate Services.
• 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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