Services Procurement Manager

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative firm as a Services Procurement Manager, where you will oversee procurement operations, ensuring efficiency and sustainability. This role offers the chance to collaborate with diverse suppliers and internal teams, driving multi-country procurement synergies. You'll be instrumental in managing budgets, negotiating contracts, and enhancing supplier performance. With a focus on eco-friendly practices, you will contribute to a corporate culture that values sustainability and social responsibility. This position promises a dynamic work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

29 days holiday including public holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Refer a friend bonus

Discounted dental and health cover

Personal Development programs

Awards and Recognition Programs

Career growth opportunities

High street discounts

Meals on duty

Payday Parties

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in procurement, contract negotiation, or supplier management.
• Strong negotiation and contract management expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead tendering, negotiations, and contracts for services.
• Monitor procurement budgets and analyze spending trends.

Skills

Procurement

Contract Negotiation

Supplier Management

Negotiation Skills

Problem-Solving

Organization

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree

3-5 years experience in procurement

Tools

SAP

COUPA

Excel

Job description

Job Description

The world is yours with Meli

Discover a boundless path at Meli, where opportunities for growth and development are endless. Immerse yourself in a journey that will take you to work in various countries and be part of our extensive global family.

Competitive salary

Services Procurement Manager

We are looking for a detail-oriented Services Procurement Manager to oversee the procurement of services across our region. This role ensures that purchasing aligns with our global procurement strategy while maximizing efficiency, quality, and sustainability. You will collaborate closely with hotels, suppliers, and internal teams to streamline procurement operations and maintain compliance with company policies.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

1. Procurement Strategy & Execution

• Lead tendering, negotiations, and contracts for services while ensuring alignment with our global strategy.
• Identify service needs, analyze supplier options, and establish agreements that optimize costs and quality.
• Drive multi-country procurement synergies and oversee compliance with supplier agreements.

Budget & Cost Management

• Work with leadership to track savings, service quality, and spending trends in line with company objectives.
• Monitor procurement budgets, analyze deviations, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure the correct application of purchasing policies to maximize supplier contributions and optimize expenses.

Operational Procurement & Compliance

• Oversee local supplier negotiations when no framework agreements exist.
• Ensure supplier performance meets contractual obligations and company standards.
• Manage audits, resolve procurement-related issues, and maintain supplier documentation for compliance.
• Provide support for procurement tools and systems (SAP, COUPA, etc.) to improve reporting and efficiency.

Supplier & Stakeholder Management

• Maintain an updated supplier and service catalogue for operational efficiency.
• Supervise supplier approval processes and resolve service quality issues reported by hotels.
• Support procurement needs for hotel openings, renovations, and expansions.

Sustainability & Corporate Initiatives

• Track and report sustainability data related to procurement activities.
• Prioritize eco-friendly suppliers and businesses that align with social responsibility goals.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years in procurement, contract negotiation, or supplier management (preferably in the hospitality industry).
• Strong negotiation and contract management expertise.
• English is essential; Spanish would be beneficial.
• Knowledge of labour relations and quality management is a plus.
• Proficiency in SAP, COUPA, and Excel for procurement reporting.
• Understanding of hotel industry trends, challenges, and opportunities.
• Excellent organization, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

Because belonging to the great Meli family is being VIP

• Holidays: 29 days holiday including 8 public holidays
• Contributory pension scheme
• Refer a friend bonus: £500 (subject to successfully completed 6 months probation)
• Discounted dental and health cover with HSF
• Great discounts with Melia Hotels Worldwide: (Friends & family discounts)
• Personal Development: programs designed to support your career right from the start, with unlimited access to online learning platform
• Awards and Recognition Programs: Join a culture of recognition and reward, with loyalty bonuses and referral incentives
• Career growth: fantastic opportunity to progress and access a network of over 350 hotels worldwide (subject to local right to work rules)
• High street discounts: with Perks at Work
• Meals on duty, Payday Parties, and Laundry

At Meli we are all VIP

Great professionals who make everyday life easier and exceptional. From junior to senior roles, everyone has unique qualities that make working at Meli an opportunity for growth and a passport to create your future wherever you want.

Our warmth, proximity, and passion for what we do make working at Meli an unforgettable experience, full of emotional moments and always feeling like you belong to a big family where we have people like you, VIP People.

At Meli Hotels International, we are committed to equal opportunities between women and men in the workplace, with management support and HR policies. We promote a corporate culture of effective equality and raise awareness about joint action and global inclusion.

We support sustainable growth through a socially responsible team. Our motto: "Towards a sustainable future, from a responsible present". Thanks to all our collaborators, this is possible.

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