Procurement Manager

1 week ago

Swindon, United Kingdom Reed Full time €40,000 - €45,000

Procurement Manager & Senior Procurement Buyer

  • Location: Swindon
  • Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid (3 days on-site)
  • Salary: £40-45K

Join a well-established organisation in the retail industry. There are two vacancies: a Procurement Manager and Senior Procurement Buyer. These roles are ideal for those who thrives in a dynamic environment and are committed to delivering high standards through effective procurement strategies.

Procurement Manager

  • Location: Swindon
  • Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid (3 days on-site)
  • Salary: £45K + Car Allowance + Bonus

Responsibilities:

  • Rationalise and develop the supplier base, incorporating UK, European, and international sourcing strategies.
  • Manage categories both tactically and strategically to optimise total value.
  • Liaise with stakeholders to ensure procurement goals and targets are understood and achieved.
  • Handle the end-to-end tender process (RFI/RFP), including stakeholder business requirements and relevant measurement criteria (KPIs and SLAs).
  • Lead contract negotiations and manage relationships with suppliers during the contracting process.
  • Support continuous improvement processes within the team and with stakeholders.
  • Manage small to medium-sized projects and assist in negotiations for large and complex contracts.
  • Participate in the regular contract review and renewal process.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Minimum 5 years of procurement experience with similar responsibilities.
  • Strong commercial acumen with proven negotiation skills and analytical abilities.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to establish and influence strong working relationships at all levels.
  • Experience in indirect category management for both Goods and Services.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Teams.
  • Ability to work under pressure, prioritise effectively, and meet tight deadlines.
  • Contract law and contract drafting experience preferred.
  • CIPS qualifications are advantageous but not essential.

Senior Procurement Buyer

  • Location: Swindon
  • Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid (3 days on-site)
  • Salary: £40K + Bonus

Responsibilities:

  • Rationalise and develop the supplier base, incorporating UK, European, and International sourcing strategies.
  • Plan and organise categories both tactically and strategically to optimise total value.
  • Manage the end-to-end tender process (RFI/RFP) and support regular contract review processes.
  • Lead small projects and contract negotiations/renewals.
  • Support tender and negotiations for medium and large contracts.
  • Deliver cost reduction, risk mitigation, and control of annual category spend across WHSmith.
  • Provide commercial, contractual, and negotiation support to stakeholders throughout the business.
  • Manage contractual relationships with suppliers during the contracting process.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a procurement role with similar responsibilities.
  • Preferable experience in indirect category management.
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to prioritise and operate under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
  • Proficient in analysis with a high level of attention to detail.
  • Skilled in commercial contract negotiation and contract law.
  • Excellent influencing skills at all levels, capable of establishing strong working relationships both internally and externally.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.

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