Strategic Group Procurement Leader

Stadium MK Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Stadium MK Ltd is seeking an experienced Group Procurement Manager to lead procurement across MK Dons FC, Stadium MK, DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes, Arena MK and the National Bowl. You will develop a group-wide strategy, drive supplier negotiations and lead tenders to deliver measurable commercial value while maintaining quality and service.

The role requires strong commercial judgment, analytical ability and stakeholder management across hospitality, hotel operations, events and venue

Qualifications

• At least five years' procurement experience.
• Demonstrable experience in supplier and commercial negotiations.
• Experience leading tenders and contract negotiations.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen.
• Experience in supplier performance management.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement the Group-wide procurement strategy across MK Dons, Stadium MK, DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes, Arena MK and the National Bowl.
• Deliver cost savings and operational efficiencies through supplier consolidation and negotiations.
• Lead tenders, supplier negotiations and contract management across major spend categories.
• Manage procurement across hospitality, catering, hotel operations, events, facilities, security, cleaning, utilities, maintenance and IT.
• Build and manage supplier relationships with performance reviews and KPI governance.
• Lead food, beverage and energy procurement including market benchmarking and price monitoring.
• Analyse spend, identify opportunities, track savings and produce procurement reports for senior leadership.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiations

Tendering

Stakeholder management

Excel/data analysis

Contract management

Education

CIPS qualification

Tools

Excel

Job description

Stadium MK Ltd is seeking an experienced Group Procurement Manager to lead procurement across MK Dons FC, Stadium MK, DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes, Arena MK and the National Bowl. You will develop a group-wide strategy, drive supplier negotiations and lead tenders to deliver measurable commercial value while maintaining quality and service.

The role requires strong commercial judgment, analytical ability and stakeholder management across hospitality, hotel operations, events and venue