Strategic Procurement Leader – Direct & Indirect (Hybrid)

Procurement Heads; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services organization in Birmingham is seeking a Strategic Procurement Manager to lead and deliver procurement activities. This role involves managing a small team and driving strategic sourcing initiatives across direct and indirect procurement categories. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and proven experience in procurement management. The organization offers flexible hybrid working and clear progression pathways committed to individual growth and development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading strategic procurement activities across various categories.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of team management and development.
• Expertise in category management and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver strategic procurement activities across the end-to-end procurement function.
• Effectively manage, mentor, and develop a team of up to four direct reports.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships with senior colleagues and partners.

Skills

Leadership skills

Procurement management

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

A leading professional services organization in Birmingham is seeking a Strategic Procurement Manager to lead and deliver procurement activities. This role involves managing a small team and driving strategic sourcing initiatives across direct and indirect procurement categories. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and proven experience in procurement management. The organization offers flexible hybrid working and clear progression pathways committed to individual growth and development.