Procurement Manager

SF Recruitment are working with a leading global logistics business based in Warwickshire to recruit various procurement manager positions, across different categories including projects, professional services , hard fm  , automation and capex. Hybrid, flexible working policy.  Part of a large procurement team with lots of development & progression opportunities

To support the Head Of Procurement in delivering a timely and cost-effective procurement strategy and expertise to stakeholders across the business portfolio.

Key responsibilities:

Develop and implement commercial sourcing strategies for indirect services and goods delivering VFM and cost reduction across multiple categories, sectors and clients.
Ensure suitable ongoing contractual coverage for key services and goods eliminating risk of supply.
Lead where required strategic sourcing activities for UL and clients.
Review and negotiate Contract terms. Manage approval through to signature.
Manage key supplier relationships for long-term strategic partnering and benefit opportunities.
Support internal stakeholders with key supplier performance reviews to help build business capability.
Support commercial account teams through engagement and presentations to clients when required.
Implement procurement policies, processes and procedures to help protect and advance the business.
Provide an expert point of contact for internal stakeholders at all levels up to Board.
Manage change by effective procurement leadership.
Deputise for Head of Procurement when required.
Skillset Requirements:

Previous experience of multiple category sourcing, preferably within a fast-paced environment.
Excellent negotiation skills.
Strong understanding of standard contractual terms and conditions to mitigate legal and commercial risk.
Track record of delivering significant savings and innovative sourcing solutions.
Collaborative, personable, a strong communicator, able to influence at a senior management level.
Strong planning, organising and time management skills – able to balance priorities, work to deadlines, and under pressure.
Customer focus – taking accountability for proactively resolving issues