Strategic Procurement Manager — Flexible Work & Impact

1st Executive Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

1st Executive Ltd is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager in London or Basingstoke to lead end-to-end procurement and contracting activities across a defined portfolio, ensuring value for money and secure supply.

You will develop strategies, manage supplier relationships, and influence stakeholders at all levels, with strong knowledge of public procurement rules and health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of supplier markets.
• Proven procurement and contract management experience, including negotiations.
• Excellent stakeholder management and ability to influence at all levels.
• Knowledge of public procurement regulations and best practice.
• Understanding health, safety, quality and environmental requirements in contracting.
• Experience of e-procurement systems and digital sourcing tools.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. CIPS).
• Experience in rail, infrastructure, engineering or construction sectors.
• Degree or equivalent professional qualification.

Responsibilities

• Develop and continuously improve procurement strategies that deliver value for money and risk management.
• Lead end-to-end procurement, tender management, negotiations, and contract awards.
• Provide expert procurement and commercial advice across a designated portfolio.
• Support the procurement of major contractors and influence subcontracting strategies.
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies, governance frameworks, legal requirements, and procurement regulations.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships, driving performance and supporting business objectives.
• Identify and implement cost-saving and efficiency opportunities across the portfolio.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, providing constructive feedback.

Skills

Strong commercial acumen and supplier‑

Procurement and contract management

Stakeholder management and influence

Public procurement regulations

HSE requirements in contracting

Education

Degree or equivalent professional qualification

Tools

e-procurement systems

Job description

1st Executive Ltd is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager in London or Basingstoke to lead end-to-end procurement and contracting activities across a defined portfolio, ensuring value for money and secure supply.

You will develop strategies, manage supplier relationships, and influence stakeholders at all levels, with strong knowledge of public procurement rules and health, safety, and environmental requirements.