Strategic Procurement Manager | ESG & University Purchasing

GET STAFFED ONLINE RECRUITMENT LIMITED; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational organization in the UK is seeking a Procurement Manager. The role involves leading the procurement function, developing strategies to enhance efficiency, and ensuring strong supplier relationships. You will be responsible for managing the procurement lifecycle, standardizing processes, and aligning with ESG priorities. The ideal candidate will have excellent negotiation skills and the ability to work effectively within a team. This position offers competitive benefits including 25 days holiday and a SMART pension.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year (FTE)

SMART pension

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience delivering the full end-to-end procurement process.
• Ability to work within a small procurement team.
• Proven negotiation skills with suppliers.
• Knowledge of multiple sourcing approaches.
• Strong communication skills to build relationships.
• Confidence in data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a procurement strategy for the University.
• Manage the procurement lifecycle with multiple sourcing routes.
• Centralise purchasing for key contracts.
• Streamline supplier base and maintain contracts database.
• Support ESG initiatives through procurement choices.
• Monitor sourcing trends to refine strategy.
• Improve sourcing and contracting processes.
• Deliver training for procurement activities.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

A prominent educational organization in the UK is seeking a Procurement Manager. The role involves leading the procurement function, developing strategies to enhance efficiency, and ensuring strong supplier relationships. You will be responsible for managing the procurement lifecycle, standardizing processes, and aligning with ESG priorities. The ideal candidate will have excellent negotiation skills and the ability to work effectively within a team. This position offers competitive benefits including 25 days holiday and a SMART pension.