Procurement Manager

About The Role

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Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute procurement strategies to support the business objectives, ensuring the efficient acquisition of goods and services.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including supplier selection, tendering, contract negotiation, and vendor management.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure effective communication and alignment of objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, legal, and internal guidelines related to procurement activities, including UK public procurement laws where applicable.
• Monitor market trends and conduct analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities, ensuring the best value for the organization.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers, ensuring favourable terms, pricing, and service agreements, while managing risks.
• Oversee inventory management, ensuring stock levels are maintained to meet operational requirements without overstocking.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for procurement activities to track efficiency and identify areas for improvement.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement team, ensuring high levels of performance and continuous improvement.
• Manage the procurement budget and report on spending, cost savings, and procurement performance metrics to senior management.
• Collaborate with finance and legal teams to ensure contracts are aligned with the organization's financial and legal standards.

Skills:

• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior management and external partners.
• Knowledge of supply chain management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, delivering results under tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail with strong organisational and time-management skills.

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