Senior Procurement Manager - This is a fantastic opportunity to lead end-to-end procurement for an iconic organisation. You will report directly into the board, and you will support management across the organisation. You will also manage a small team and lead all procurement matters. The successful candidate will have a knack for improving the organisation's procurement strategies and sourcing both cost-effective and quality goods as well as services.
Client Details
The company is a prominent not-for-profit organisation within the Liverpool area. With over 500 employees, the company is renowned for delivering exceptional service to its customers, stakeholders, and the communities it serves.
Description
As a Senior Procurement Manager, you will:
1. Lead, manage, deliver, and monitor procurement procedures and processes in accordance with relevant legislation and best practice.
2. Manage the continuous review, development, and improvement of systems, processes, and services.
3. Support managers with the procurement of a range of contracts for goods, works, and services in accordance with agreed deadlines and performance indicators to ensure that you obtain value for money for all externally purchased goods, works, and services.
4. Collaborate with managers to reduce procurement costs by identifying areas suitable for collaborative contracts and to develop appropriate contractual arrangements.
5. Provide procurement advice, guidance, and support to the senior team on strategic procurement matters.
6. Liaise and communicate with suppliers and contractors, and other organisations, both verbally and in writing as required.
7. Co-ordinate contract and supplier relationships to develop, review, and maintain the contracts register and any approved supplier lists.
8. Research and analyse procurement projects and using the information gained, advise managers as to the appropriate course of action.
9. Manage the production of procurement-related data as required to meet public procurement obligations and to support corporate objectives.
10. Manage and support a small team.
Profile
A successful Senior Procurement Manager / Head of Procurement should have:
1. CIPS qualification or working towards it.
2. Experience as a Procurement Manager / Senior Procurement Officer with experience of managing/mentoring.
3. Experience in public sector procurement, indirect procurement of services and goods (mainly FM, corporate, and professional services).
4. Experience in managing or mentoring a team is essential.
5. Experience of managing budgets as well as supplier and stakeholder management.
6. Experience in project management, creating procurement strategies, and understanding public sector procurement-related statutory and legal requirements.
Job Offer
* A competitive salary plus a generous benefits package and free parking.
* An engaging and supportive company culture, with autonomy to make this role your own.
* An opportunity to make a significant impact in a not-for-profit organisation, leading all procurement activities and managing a small team.
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