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Senior Procurement Manager Looking to take the lead on high-impact procurement projects in a complex, fast-moving environment? We're hiring a Senior Procurement Manager based in York. You'll shape strategy, influence senior stakeholders, and deliver real commercial value across the business. The Role - Senior Procurement Manager As a Senior Procurement Manager , you will lead end-to-end procurement activity across indirect categories. You will manage tenders, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance within a regulated framework. This role blends commercial thinking with governance and stakeholder engagement. You will also lead a small team and act as a trusted partner to internal business areas. What You'll Be Doing Lead full procurement lifecycle from strategy to contract award Run competitive tenders and supplier negotiations Deliver cost savings and value-for-money solutions Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business Manage supplier performance, KPIs, and contract reviews Ensure compliance with procurement regulations and policies Support digital procurement systems and process improvements Line manage and develop a team of procurement professionals What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Senior Procurement Manager or equivalent Strong track record in commercial negotiations Background in regulated or public sector environments including a strong understanding of PA23. Knowledge of procurement frameworks and governance Experience managing contracts and supplier relationships Confident working with stakeholders at all levels Leadership experience with direct reports Strong analytical and systems skills (Oracle Fusion experience ideal) Why Join? Influence procurement strategy at a senior level Work in a complex, high-value environment Be part of ongoing procurement transformation About the Opportunity This Senior Procurement Manager role offers real visibility and impact. You'll be central to shaping how procurement delivers value and supports business growth. Location - York Contract duration - Initial 3 Months Working Arrangements - 3 days on site per week, 2 from home. About Ford & Stanley - Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise - Business specialising in blue-collar trade & technical services - permanent and temporary Ford & Stanley Recruitment - Business specialising in white-collar recruitment across specialist verticals including Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, Digital, Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics Ford & Stanley Executive Search - Executive Search and Interim solutions across the UK, Europe, North America, and the Middle East Ford & Stanley Genius Performance - Accelerating performance through coaching, training, and leadership development Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd are a Disability Confident employer and are committed to equal opportunities.

Term: Full-Time, Permanent Location: Runcorn Hours of employment: 08:30 to 16:50, Monday to Friday Description of the Role We are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager or a senior procurement specialist who is looking to step up into a management position to join our team. This is a key role responsible for managing and optimising direct and indirect spend across the business, ensuring value for money, strong supplier performance, and effective risk management. You will lead sourcing and category strategies, negotiate contracts, and build strong supplier relationships while supporting the wider business strategy through market insight, cost control, and compliance. This role ensures purchasing requirements are met efficiently, competitively, and in line with quality and regulatory standards. Responsibilities: Develop and deliver sourcing and category strategies. Lead end-to-end procurement activity, including tenders, negotiations, and contracts. Negotiate and implement supplier agreements, including KPIs and SLAs. Identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities through analysis and benchmarking. Manage supplier risk, performance, and compliance. Work cross-functionally to balance cost, lead times, and operational risk. Support global projects with UK procurement expertise. Skills and Experience: 3 5 years procurement experience at a similar level, ideally in chemical or manufacturing environments preferred. Strong experience in indirect procurement, including site services, engineering, maintenance and CAPEX. Proven contract negotiation and supplier management capability. Commercially focused, with a track record of delivering savings and managing risk. Confident Stakeholder Manager, able to influence at all levels. Able to work independently, prioritise effectively, and deliver to deadlines. Strong systems capability, including Microsoft Dynamics, Sage, and MS Office. Willing to travel in the UK and occasionally Europe full UK driving licence is preferred. Qualifications: CIPS qualification or equivalent strategic procurement experience. Salary: £42,000 per annum Benefits: Generous company pension Minimum 31 days holiday (including bank holidays) Life insurance Enhanced maternity / paternity Free onsite parking Friendly place to work Long-term service benefits including extra holidays and private medical insurance About ReAgent Chemical Services Limited ReAgent is a family-owned chemical manufacturer and supplier founded in 1977. We are a dynamic, ambitious, and fast-growing company with a friendly company culture. Our core values are to provide industry-leading customer service and high-quality products and ensure that everyone who works at ReAgent is happy. Just a few of the ways we do this is through open and honest communication, regular social events, and being a Living Hours and Living Wage Employer.

Your new company A unique and exciting organisation in North Wales delivering essential public services is seeking multiple Procurement Officers to join their Procurement department. Your new role The Procurement Officer will supporting a diverse portfolio of categories including directs and indirects such as electrical goods, Facilities Management (FM), and IT.This will include: Providing expert procurement support and advice, selecting appropriate sourcing strategies and routes to market, including a mix of full open market tenders under PA23, as well as framework call-offs. Deliver best value by effectively utilising existing Government frameworks and contracts. Manage end-to-end tender processes in line with organisational policy and relevant procurement legislation. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, resolving invoice queries and delivery issues while ensuring service excellence. Monitor and analyse spend to identify efficiencies and track year-on-year savings. Collaborate closely with the wider Commercial team to drive continuous improvement and implement process enhancements. What you'll need to succeed Proven experience in a similar procurement role - this could be a Procurement Officer, Buyer, Assistant Buyer etc Ideally you will bring experience of public-sector procurement, though this is not essential as training can be provided Strong stakeholder engagement and stakeholder management skills Contract management experience Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Ideally you will be CIPS level 4 qualified Ability to commute to the office in Deeside 4 days per week initially, reducing to 3 after initial induction and training period (to be agreed) What you'll get in return An initial 6 month contract with a possibility of extension £16.37 per hour PAYE The opportunity to develop your skills within an exciting public services organisation Whilst not guaranteed, there may be potential to apply for a permanent post later down the line What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Role Purpose: To be responsible for delivery of strategic procurement projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and to the right quality, and that there is proper compliance with Procurement Standing Orders and with relevant regulation and legislation. This will include leading a range of procurement projects to put in place contracts which may cover more than one partner authority, and working as part of a team to deliver the most complex projects. To ensure that project delivery and benefits realisation is properly monitored and recorded. To support development of the strategic procurement plans in one of our major spend areas (see context). These are developed across the Orbis partnership in a collaborative way, and the role holder will be expected to contribute operational knowledge, experience and lessons learned from previous projects. To collaborate in matrix teams with colleagues in the Category and Commercial and Contract and Supply teams to deliver an end-to-end Procurement service for our stakeholders. To be responsible for driving greater value for money from more effective and innovative procurement, advising stakeholders on the most appropriate route to market to deliver a visible impact on service design and strong commercial outcomes. To be responsible for delivery of social value from procurement projects, in line with agreed policy. Work Context: his role works in the Procurement Service within Orbis, whose partner councils spend a total of 1.3bn a year on goods, works and services. The department provides high quality professional procurement, commercial, contracting and purchasing services to colleagues and customers both within, and beyond, the partner authorities. The strategic procurement plans are developed for three major spend areas (or categories) - Health and Social Care, Assets and Infrastructure and Corporate and Business - and each covers approximately one third of the above external spend across the partnership. Post holders will therefore need to bring expertise and innovation to their role, and will work on regional or local collaborative projects, often as part of cross functional teams. The Procurement Service has offices in the main locations of our partner authorities, and some flexibility and travel will be expected. Staff will be supported to operate in a flexible way to meet the needs of customers and work demands. Line management responsibility: Leading small project teams. Budget responsibility: This role has indirect responsibility for external spend related to projects across the partnership (see context), influencing stakeholders to deliver high quality services at a lower cost. Personal Characteristics: Professional qualification, or able to evidence knowledge and understanding of appropriate business disciplines such as HR, finance, law, marketing, communications. Comprehensive knowledge of computerised business systems in terms of functionality and capability (some roles). Knowledge of principles, practices, policies and procedures relating to business planning and financial and organisational management. Proven written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with good negotiation and influencing skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners/professionals. Ability to understand, meet and exceed customer expectations. Proven problem solving skills, and the ability to exercise high levels of initiative to devise and implement workable solutions. Proven ability to manage a range of projects through to completion. Significant practical or professional experience and understanding of business, supporting service teams and/or providing support to the public. Previous management experience including staff supervision, development and organisational skills Level 4 CIPS qualification or equivalent experience required Good knowledge of procurement principles Good experience of implementing innovative strategies and achieving value for money through effective procurement Experience of leading multiple tendering exercises and writing and advising on procurement policy and procedure, compiling tender documentation and plan Experience of statistical and spend analysis Understanding of the political context in which the service operates. Role Summary: Roles at this level lead and manage the work of larger teams, or a grouping of two or more teams with a common theme. Alternatively they may be professional roles undertaking research and providing complex advice and/or managing specialist projects. They will plan and ensure progress within established procedures and policy, and respond effectively to changing priorities and different situations. They will work closely with customers, staff, partners, third parties, agencies and/or contractors and have a primary role ensuring their services achieve the agreed service standards in a cost effective way and improving quality standards. Forward planning could be for months ahead and the role will contribute to longer-term development. Work requires the consideration of future implications beyond the immediate problems and may involve the creation of new approaches and procedures to solve the problem. Connect2Surrey is a trading style of Surrey & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Surrey County Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Surrey is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by a well-known media giant to recruit for an Indirect Procurement Specialist. Alongside the basic salary this role also comes with a very attractive bonus scheme and various benefits. Job Overview The Procurement Specialist will support the business acquiring the best value goods and services necessary to meet the company's requirements and operations by being a lead for sourcing projects, negotiating contracts, and building strong internal and external relationships. All while working closely with senior stakeholders across the business and acting as a key liaison between business stakeholders, Legal, Information Security, Technology and Finance teams. The role carries autonomy and a visible impact, with multiple workstreams running in parallel and the opportunity to shape procurement practice across the organisation. Duties: Supporting key stakeholders across the business with the delivery of their department's strategies. Identifying cost saving opportunities. Leading on supplier negotiations to get the best value for the business. Supporting sourcing activities with actions such as market research, the creation & issuing of RFx's documentation, carrying out tenders of all sizes and collating detailed supplier responses for the business to make critical decisions. Create & maintain visibility of the Procurement team's projects and contracts prioritisation. Perform and support supplier due diligence process, highlighting areas of risk to the relevant stakeholders. Build and maintain positive relationships with the various stakeholders (internal and external), addressing any issues to maintain positive supplier performance. Provide data and insights on procurement activities, including spend analysis and supplier performance reports. Carry out administrative tasks such as making sure contracts and important documentation are consistently saved in their relevant locations. Suggest and support the implementation of new processes across the business and within the Procurement team. Monitor the contract expiry report to prevent any lapse in services by negotiating contract renewals which are essential to the business' operation. Ensure all procurement activities adhere to our company policies & guidelines, as well as industry best practices. Person Specification Clear understanding and experience of the end-to-end procurement cycle and all the stages involved in acquiring goods and services. Excellent negotiation skills. Good communication skills at all levels. Well organised, adaptive, and good time management skills. Strong analytical skills. Computer proficiency (comfortable using Microsoft Office Suite Attention to detail. Ability to work independently. Qualification at higher national or degree level is desirable but not essential. CIPS qualification (or working towards) is desirable but not essential. 51718DHR INDPRO The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Indirect Buyer Location: Matlock, Derbyshire Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 + Benefits Elevation Recruitment Group's Procurement & Supply Chain division are delighted to be supporting a leading manufacturing business in Matlock as they look to recruit an experienced Indirect Buyer to join their growing procurement team. This is an exciting opportunity for a procurement professional who enjoys stakeholder engagement, supplier negotiation, and delivering commercial value across a diverse indirect spend portfolio. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving cost-saving initiatives, improving supplier performance, and supporting wider business objectives. The Role As Indirect Buyer, you will be responsible for managing a range of indirect spend categories across the business, ensuring robust sourcing strategies, effective supplier management, and best-value procurement solutions. Working closely with stakeholders across multiple departments, you will identify opportunities to optimise spend, improve service levels, and support continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities Manage procurement activities across a broad range of indirect spend categories. Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives. Lead supplier tenders, negotiations, and contract management activities. Build strong relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders. Identify and deliver cost reduction and value improvement opportunities. Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Conduct spend analysis and support budget planning activities. Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and procedures. Support risk management and supplier continuity planning. About You To be successful in this role, you will have previous procurement experience within a manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environment and be comfortable managing supplier relationships and commercial negotiations. We are keen to speak with candidates who have: Experience in a Buyer, Indirect Buyer, Procurement Specialist, or Purchasing role. Strong knowledge of indirect procurement and supplier management. Proven negotiation and contract management skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience working with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel. CIPS qualification or working towards qualification would be advantageous. What's on Offer? Salary of £40,000 - £50,000 depending on experience. Competitive benefits package. Opportunities for career progression and professional development. Exposure to a varied and strategic procurement role. The chance to join a successful and growing manufacturing organisation.

Indirect Category Lead A strategic procurement and category management role, leading indirect spend, sourcing, supplier management, contracts, compliance and stakeholder engagement across a complex organisation. If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: Procurement Manager, Strategic Sourcing Manager, Category Lead, Senior Buyer, Procurement Specialist SALARY: Compe click apply for full job details

Are you an experienced procurement professional looking to lead strategic sourcing activity across complex, high-value categories? Do you thrive in environments where you can influence stakeholders, drive value, and shape commercial strategies? If so, this could be your next move. We're looking for a Senior Procurement Officer to take ownership of key indirect spend areas and deliver impactful procurement solutions across a diverse stakeholder landscape. About the Role This is a strategic and hands-on procurement position where you'll lead end-to-end tendering activity and develop category strategies that deliver measurable value. You'll work across a broad portfolio of indirect spend, with a focus on: Estates & Facilities Digital / Technology Workforce You'll manage procurement projects from initial scoping through to contract award, ensuring compliance with public sector procurement regulations, including the Procurement Act 2023 . Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver end-to-end procurement exercises using e-tendering systems Develop and implement category strategies aligned to organisational objectives Provide expert advice on procurement routes, contract structures, and compliance Manage supplier relationships and contract performance to drive continuous improvement Analyse spend and market data to identify savings and value opportunities Engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders, including senior leaders Line manage 1-2 team members, supporting their development and performance Ensure all procurement activity is compliant, transparent, and delivers best value About You You'll be a commercially minded procurement professional with the confidence to operate independently and influence at all levels. We're particularly interested in candidates who bring: Strong experience in public sector procurement Up-to-date knowledge of procurement legislation (including the Procurement Act 2023) Proven experience delivering tenders independently via e-procurement systems Experience in one or more of the following categories: Estates & Facilities, Digital, or Workforce Excellent analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills Experience managing or mentoring staff A CIPS qualification (or working towards Chartered status) is highly desirable. What's on offer A high-impact role with exposure to complex, high-value procurement projects Hybrid working with a central London office location near Tower Bridge Opportunity to shape category strategies and influence senior stakeholders A collaborative and forward-thinking working environment Clear opportunities for professional development and career progression Location: London (near Tower Bridge) - hybrid working (1 day per week in office) Salary: 58-63,000 per annum If you're ready to take the lead on strategic procurement initiatives and make a tangible difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Are you an experienced procurement professional looking to lead strategic sourcing activity across complex, high-value categories? Do you thrive in environments where you can influence stakeholders, drive value, and shape commercial strategies? If so, this could be your next move. We're looking for a Senior Procurement Officer to take ownership of key indirect spend areas and deliver impactful procurement solutions across a diverse stakeholder landscape. About the Role This is a strategic and hands-on procurement position where you'll lead end-to-end tendering activity and develop category strategies that deliver measurable value. You'll work across a broad portfolio of indirect spend, with a focus on: Estates & Facilities Digital / Technology Workforce You'll manage procurement projects from initial scoping through to contract award, ensuring compliance with public sector procurement regulations, including the Procurement Act 2023 .Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver end-to-end procurement exercises using e-tendering systems Develop and implement category strategies aligned to organisational objectives Provide expert advice on procurement routes, contract structures, and compliance Manage supplier relationships and contract performance to drive continuous improvement Analyse spend and market data to identify savings and value opportunities Engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders, including senior leaders Line manage 1-2 team members, supporting their development and performance Ensure all procurement activity is compliant, transparent, and delivers best value About You You'll be a commercially minded procurement professional with the confidence to operate independently and influence at all levels. We're particularly interested in candidates who bring: Strong experience in public sector procurement Up-to-date knowledge of procurement legislation (including the Procurement Act 2023) Proven experience delivering tenders independently via e-procurement systems Experience in one or more of the following categories: Estates & Facilities, Digital, or Workforce Excellent analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills Experience managing or mentoring staff A CIPS qualification (or working towards Chartered status) is highly desirable. What's on offer A high-impact role with exposure to complex, high-value procurement projects Hybrid working with a central London office location near Tower Bridge Opportunity to shape category strategies and influence senior stakeholders A collaborative and forward-thinking working environment Clear opportunities for professional development and career progression Location: London (near Tower Bridge) - hybrid working (1 day per week in office) Salary: £58-63,000 per annum If you're ready to take the lead on strategic procurement initiatives and make a tangible difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Your new companyA well-established employer operating in the non-for-profit sector who has an exceptional local reputation for an empowering and supportive culture.Your new role Available on a hybrid basis with just 1-2 days per week in the office, we are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to support the delivery of a procurement strategy across an Indirect category portfolio with notable projects across IT Procurement in particular. Working closely with internal stakeholders, you will understand business requirements and deliver sourcing solutions that provide best value, efficiency and measurable commercial benefit. This is a hands-on role suited to someone comfortable operating in a fast-paced, transformation-led environment.Key responsibilities include:Partnering with stakeholders to understand medium and long-term procurement needsLeading end-to-end tendering activity from RFI/RFQ through to contract awardDeveloping supplier relationships that drive innovation, continuous improvement and best practiceMaximising return on investment across third-party spendSupporting delivery of projects to time and budgetManaging commercial risk through effective negotiation and robust contractual arrangementsWhat you'll need to succeedProven experience as a Senior Buyer or Procurement Manager from either a commercial, public sector or non-for-profit sector backgroundExperience of managing a broad Indirect procurement portfolio with exposure to IT procurement is essential, either as part of a generalist remit or specialist.Excellent commercial negotiation and contract management capabilityStrong analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to assess cost, value and riskThe ability to manage multiple priorities in a changing environmentA proactive, resilient and "can-do" attitudeWhat you'll get in returnA role with genuine autonomy and influenceExposure to significant transformation and technology initiativesThe opportunity to deliver tangible commercial impact and make a broader social contribution with a secure and highly respected local employerA collaborative working environment with senior stakeholder engagementCompetitive salary and benefits package, dependent on experience with CIPS supportHybrid working with 1-2 days per week in the office Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Position Summary Are YOU a budding Procurement Specialist, based in the midlands? This is an incredible opportunity to further your experience in the automotive industry, at a time of enormous change in the industry. You'll be moving in with one of the UK's most well-known home-grown manufacturers, working with a company with years of brand recognition, and long term, stable financial backing. This role will be working with all teams in the business, and focusses on maintaining compliant, ensuring cost-efficiency and managing suppliers and governance. You will be at the centre of procurement operations, responsible for supplier sourcing, management, evaluation, negotiation and performance monitoring. A great opportunity for someone early career looking to get a breadth of experience at a very fast pace! Position Title: Procurement Specialist Department: Finance & Operations Reporting To: Senior Procurement Manager Location: Birmingham (5 days on site) Salary: Up to 30K Start Date: MUST BE ABLE TO START WITHIN 1 MONTH Key Responsibilities Procurement Management Manage the full procurement lifecycle from purchase requisition (PR) to purchase order (PO) issuance. Review procurement requests and ensure completeness of business requirements. Develop and maintain Scope of Work (SOW) documents together with requesting departments. Conduct supplier sourcing, market research, and supplier qualification activities. Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations in accordance with company procurement policies. Lead commercial negotiations to achieve optimal pricing, quality, delivery, and service terms. Ensure procurement activities comply with approved budgets and internal approval authorities. Generate and manage Purchase Orders (POs) through the procurement system. Business Procurement Support Support procurement activities related to: Marketing campaigns Trade shows and exhibitions Customer events Advertising and media services Logistics and vehicle transportation Consultancy services Project-based outsourced services OEM-related business activities Work closely with Sales, Marketing, and Project teams to understand business requirements and procurement priorities. Administrative Procurement Support Manage procurement activities related to: Office supplies IT equipment Office services and facilities Travel services Employee welfare programmes Training services Fixed assets Supplier Management Build and maintain a qualified supplier database. Conduct supplier onboarding and due diligence checks. Manage supplier performance reviews and supplier scorecards. Identify opportunities for supplier consolidation and cost optimisation. Support contract negotiations and supplier relationship management. Procurement Governance and Compliance Ensure procurement requests are supported by approved budgets. Verify procurement documentation is complete and properly approved. Ensure procurement processes comply with company policies and internal controls. Support conflict of interest reviews and supplier compliance assessments. Maintain procurement records and audit trails. Assist with procurement reporting and spend analysis. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with Finance to support budget control and payment processes. Partner with business stakeholders to identify procurement opportunities and cost-saving initiatives. Provide procurement guidance and support to internal departments. Participate in procurement process improvement initiatives. Qualifications and Experience Education Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, or related discipline. Experience Minimum 3 years of procurement experience. Experience in both indirect procurement and business/project procurement preferred. Experience in automotive, manufacturing, FMCG, retail, or multinational environments is advantageous. Experience managing supplier RFQs, negotiations, and contracts. Experience working within procurement systems and ERP platforms. Skills and Competencies Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills. Excellent stakeholder management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously. High attention to detail and organisational skills. Good understanding of procurement governance and internal controls. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/procurement systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Preferred Qualifications CIPS qualification (Level 4 or above) preferred. Knowledge of UK procurement regulations and supplier compliance requirements. Experience supporting sales and marketing procurement activities. Experience in automotive OEM or automotive distribution environment is highly desirable. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Procurement savings achieved. Supplier delivery and performance metrics. Procurement cycle time. PO issuance accuracy. Budget compliance rate. Supplier onboarding and compliance completion rate. Internal stakeholder satisfaction. Procurement policy compliance.