Strategic Procurement Lead
7 days ago
As a Strategic Procurement Lead with Freedom Group, you will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing procurement strategies that drive business growth and value.
About the RoleThis exciting opportunity is part of our London or Stowmarket offices, offering a hybrid working arrangement. Reporting to the Head of Procurement, you will work closely with Commercial Managers to deliver exceptional results across Direct and Indirect categories, including Civils, Utilities, Cabling, Switchgears, and Transformers.
- Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with business objectives.
- Manage supply chain relationships to maximise value and ensure exemplary performance.
- Collaborate with operational teams to identify opportunities for technical innovation and cost reduction.
- Lead supplier performance reviews, providing feedback and implementing improvement plans as needed.
- Support bid teams with accurate procurement data and sub-contractor/supplier costs to ensure best value for money.
- Work with operational delivery teams to develop contract-specific SLAs that drive customer satisfaction and retention.
We are seeking an experienced procurement professional who can bring confidence, knowledge, and drive to our team. Key qualifications include:
- Significant experience in project-based procurement, managing spends of £2m+.
- Proven ability to lead procurement projects from start to finish.
- A mix of direct and indirect procurement experience and capability.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to understand market trends and anticipate their impact on our business.
Freedom Group offers a competitive salary range of £55,000 - £70,000 (dependent on experience) plus car allowance and benefits. As part of the NG Bailey Group, we provide a clear development path, regular reviews, training, and ongoing support to help you achieve your career goals.
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