Procurement Manager (Non-IT) | 12 month FTC
Posted 3 days ago by Sea Global
£85,000 Per year
Undetermined
Hybrid
England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Procurement Manager (Non-IT) role is a 12-month fixed-term contract based in various locations including Bolton, Birmingham, Bristol, or Surrey, with a hybrid working arrangement. The position involves collaborating with the Head of Procurement to develop and implement procurement strategies for indirect spend categories. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships and support key projects during a critical growth phase for the organization. This role is ideal for a proactive individual with a strong background in indirect procurement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate closely with the Head of Procurement to design and implement effective procurement strategies
- Support the procurement team with daily operations and critical initiatives
- Develop and drive category and sub-category plans aligned with business objectives
- Manage supplier relationships, including contract negotiation, risk mitigation, and performance monitoring through KPIs and SLAs
- Build and nurture strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure seamless delivery
Key Skills:
- Proven experience managing indirect procurement categories such as HR, Legal, Finance, Insurance, Travel, Facilities Management, or other Corporate Service areas
- Solid knowledge of category management principles and best practices
- Experience within a similar sector is a plus but not essential
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate across all levels
Salary (Rate): £85,000.00 yearly
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Position: Procurement Manager (Non-IT) | 12 month FTC
Location: Bolton, Birmingham, Bristol or Surrey – Hybrid (3 days in office)
Salary & Benefits: £70,000 - £85,000 + Bonus + Strong Pension Scheme + Life Assurance + Private Medical + 28 Days Holiday
Sea Global is proud to partner with one of the world’s leading insurance companies, boasting a multi-billion-pound global turnover. This award-winning organisation is widely recognised for its industry leadership, outstanding workplace culture, and high-performing procurement team. With ambitious growth plans and exciting initiatives on the horizon, they are expanding their team and seeking a motivated Indirect Procurement Category Manager to join for a 12-month fixed term. Reporting directly to the Head of Procurement, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing strategic procurement activities across indirect spend categories. This is a hands-on opportunity for a proactive individual ready to make an immediate impact and support key projects while the business undergoes a critical phase.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate closely with the Head of Procurement to design and implement effective procurement strategies
- Support the procurement team with daily operations and critical initiatives
- Develop and drive category and sub-category plans aligned with business objectives
- Manage supplier relationships, including contract negotiation, risk mitigation, and performance monitoring through KPIs and SLAs
- Build and nurture strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure seamless delivery
Role & Responsibilities:
- Proven experience managing indirect procurement categories such as HR, Legal, Finance, Insurance, Travel, Facilities Management, or other Corporate Service areas
- Solid knowledge of category management principles and best practices
- Experience within a similar sector is a plus but not essential
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with a demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate across all levels