Senior Procurement Manager

Procurement & Commercial Operations Manager Vacancy

• Annual Salary: £70k - £80k per annum
• Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
• Job Type: Full-time, Onsite

Join our team as a Procurement & Commercial Operations Manager, where you will lead and develop a high-performing, data-driven procurement team. This role is pivotal in transforming procurement operations through structured processes, clear governance, and performance accountability. You will not be directly involved in day-to-day buying but will focus on strategic oversight, team development, and cross-functional collaboration to drive operational excellence and achieve budget targets.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Lead, coach, and manage the procurement team, setting clear KPIs and accountability.
• Develop and maintain the data and reporting infrastructure for procurement, including dashboards, exception reports, and management rhythms covering cost, rebate, stock cover, and Days Inventory Outstanding (DIO).
• Establish and enforce clear processes and governance for buying decisions and stock policy compliance.
• Directly manage the net cost price agenda and rebate performance, ensuring these contribute positively to the trading margin.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels to optimize stock availability and financial efficiency.
• Identify skill gaps within the team and implement targeted training or development plans.
• Ensure the integrity and quality of procurement data used across the business for pricing, margin, and stock decisions.
• Collaborate closely with Sales and Commercial teams to align stock availability and pricing strategies.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong background in managing teams through data, process, and governance, ideally in procurement, commercial/supply chain operations, or commercial finance.
• Excellent commercial and analytical skills, comfortable with owning cost price, rebate, and inventory metrics.
• Proven team leadership experience with a focus on instilling discipline and accountability.
• Experience in collaborating with sales/commercial teams to align procurement strategies with revenue and margin goals.
• Independent operator with the ability to implement strategies set by senior management.
• Credibility at the senior leadership level, capable of engaging directly with key stakeholders.
• Agile and proactive, able to thrive in a fast-paced, competitive environment.
• Desirable: Experience in pharmaceutical distribution or a similar regulated, margin-sensitive industry.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead and transform a key business function.
• Engage in high-level strategic decisions with direct impact on company performance.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

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