Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager This role is responsible for managing indirect procurement activities across a range of categories (Professional Services), partnering closely with stakeholders to meet business requirements while driving cost efficiencies. The position involves leading end-to-end sourcing processes using appropriate procurement methodologies (such as RFI, RFQ, and RFP) to ensure the selection of suitable suppliers. The role also focuses on developing data-led sourcing strategies, driving commercial negotiations, and supporting strategic decision-making across the organisation. Key Responsibilities • Manage indirect procurement categories by working collaboratively with internal stakeholders to deliver value and support business objectives. • Lead sourcing initiatives using structured procurement processes (RFI, RFQ, RFP), ensuring robust supplier selection. • Develop and implement data-driven sourcing and negotiation strategies, including cost modelling and spend analysis. • Evaluate supplier risk and performance to enable informed and strategic procurement decisions. • Oversee contract lifecycle management, including renewals, amendments, and terminations, ensuring compliance with internal policies. • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to enhance performance, innovation, and long-term value. • Conduct market research and supplier benchmarking to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive positioning. • Establish and monitor supplier KPIs to ensure delivery against agreed outcomes. • Support procure-to-pay (P2P) processes via an ERP system and resolve invoice-related queries. • Maintain accurate procurement documentation, trackers, and systems. • Manage shared communication channels, ensuring timely and accurate responses to stakeholders. • Support audit activities by providing required procurement and compliance information. • Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of procurement policies, processes, and systems. • Drive process optimisation through the use of automation and emerging technologies. • Provide guidance, coaching, and support to team members to enhance performance and engagement. Qualifications & Experience • Degree level education or equivalent professional experience. • Significant experience in indirect procurement, including leading sourcing activities. • Demonstrated ability to deliver cost savings through strategic procurement initiatives. • Experience managing relationships with senior stakeholders. • Strong background in commercial negotiations and contract management. • Exposure to international procurement environments is advantageous. • Experience with ERP systems (e.g. Oracle or similar) is beneficial but not essential. Skills & Competencies • Ability to manage new and evolving procurement categories. • Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. • Comfortable working independently and managing multiple competing priorities. • Effective stakeholder engagement, influencing, and communication skills. • Commercially minded with a proactive, solution-oriented approach • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) and openness to adopting new technologies.