Senior Procurement Specialist

British Red Cross; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Procurement Specialist to manage strategic procurement projects. This role involves developing and leading sourcing strategies while ensuring stakeholder engagement and effective contract management. The position offers a flexible hybrid working environment and a commitment to professional development. Join a team dedicated to making a difference, where your expertise will contribute to achieving business targets and delivering value for money. If you are passionate about procurement and want to work in an inclusive environment, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

36 days annual leave

Up to 6% contributory pension

Flexible working

Comprehensive learning opportunities

Blue Light Discount Card

Mental health and wellbeing assistance

Collaborative team environment

Cycle2Work scheme

Interest-free commuting loan

Qualifications

• Qualified to degree level with CIPS membership or working towards it.
• Strong analytical skills for data manipulation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement strategies and processes.
• Lead sourcing projects and engage in category strategy implementation.

Skills

Strategic Procurement

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Contract Management

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Education

Degree Level Qualification

CIPS Membership

Job description

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Location: UK flexible (Hybrid - Paisley or London)

Contract type: Fixed term contract (12 months - maternity cover)

Are you a procurement professional with extensive experience in strategic procurement projects? Do you have experience in developing and proactively delivering end-to-end procurement processes?

As a Senior Procurement Specialist, you will manage and deliver end-to-end procurement strategies in a capable, thorough, and professional manner. The goal is to achieve business targets and mitigate risk while ensuring value for money, savings, and efficiencies. You will focus on regular communication with stakeholders, strategy development, project management, reporting, management information, and all activities related to the tender to contract process.

What does a typical day look like for a Senior Procurement Specialist? You'll be:

1. Developing and leading assigned sourcing projects.
2. Stakeholder management, market analysis, supplier & spend management.
3. Providing expert advice on end-to-end procurement lifecycle.
4. Engaging in category strategy definition & implementation to help achieve best value for British Red Cross.

What do you need to be a successful Senior Procurement Specialist?

1. Qualified to degree level (or equivalent by experience) with membership (or working towards one) of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS).
2. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to collect, manipulate, and deliver data for insightful management information.
3. Experience of negotiating, awarding, and managing contracts throughout the procurement lifecycle, with knowledge of relevant markets, products, and services.
4. Experience in HR services and IT and Telecoms highly desirable.
5. Developing and leading assigned sourcing strategies.
6. Experience in managing large value categories.
7. Ability to manage suppliers across a large supply base, with strong stakeholder management skills.

Interested? The closing date for applications is 23.59 on the 7th May 2025. Interviews are due to take place mid-May.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:

• Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
• Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
• Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
• Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
• Wellbeing Support: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
• Team Working: Support our mission in a collaborative team.
• Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
• Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.

At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce and ensuring an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We are committed to allowing our teams to bring their true selves to work without fear of discrimination, supported by regular data reporting and various affinity networks.

Together, we are the world's emergency responders

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Temporary

Job function

• Consulting, Business Development, and General Business

Industries

• Education and Non-profit Organizations