Snr Procurement Manager - Indirects - £95K

1st Executive; Northampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager in Northampton to develop category strategies and manage procurement processes. This role emphasizes stakeholder collaboration, sustainable practices, and fostering a best-in-class supply chain. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, MCIPS qualification, and strong negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in Marketing, HR, and Professional Services procurement.
• Ability to drive change in fast-paced environments.
• Self-motivated and delivery-focused.

Responsibilities

• Develop stakeholder relationships across multiple departments.
• Manage procurement compliance and negotiate regional agreements.
• Foster collaboration for sustainable procurement approaches.

Skills

Stakeholder influence

Sustainable procurement practices

Category management

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree

MCIPS qualification

Job description

Job Title: Senior Procurement Manager - Indirects

Location: Northampton, United Kingdom

Salary: Up to £95K + Excellent Benefits

Posted: 29.06.2025

Expiry Date: 13.08.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking a Senior Procurement Manager with experience in developing category strategies and delivering complex end-to-end sourcing projects in Marketing & Professional Services categories.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the development of a procurement function within an organization committed to Sustainability and CSR, operating in a fast-moving, technology-led market sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships across Marketing, HR, Finance, and Operations.
• Drive procurement value and support organizational growth.
• Embrace ambiguity and foster collaboration to develop sustainable procurement approaches.
• Manage procurement compliance, commercial risks, and negotiate regional agreements.
• Build vendor relationships to maximize value and ensure a best-in-class supply chain.
• Lead negotiations on scope, commercial terms, and contracts, working with legal, finance, and other departments.

Requirements:

• Experience in Marketing, HR, and Professional Services procurement and category management.
• Ability to influence and drive change in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of sustainable procurement practices.
• Self-motivated, tenacious, and delivery-focused.
• Strong stakeholder influence skills.
• Enthusiasm for sharing expertise.
• Degree and MCIPS qualification preferred.

Additional Notes:

All applicants must have valid UK Right to Work. Non-UK passport holders may require a work permit. Please apply via the 'Apply now' button. Do not include bank or payment details in your application.

Created on 29/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom.