Your new company A reputable consultancy business based in Birchwood is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join their team on a permanent basis.They are leading business in their field and have won multiple awards. Your new role The Strategic Procurement Manager will look at managing the strategy and direction of the procurement team and you will manage the team of category managers. Your role is to enhance the current operations and provide high quality procurement services both internally and externally. This role demands a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of procurement and the ability to drive continuous improvement across the business. You will collaborate with stakeholders, including procurement, finance, marketing, sales and supply chain to develop a strong procurement function.The position will also be responsible for responding to the market and new changes in regulations and policies, ensuring they are adhered to during the organisation's procurement process.This is a brand new position at the company and it is a very exciting time to join the organisation with this new strategic plan being implemented. What you'll need to succeed Previous experience as a Procurement Manager or Category Manager or similar position Previous leadership experience / team management experience - essential Be proficient with handling data and data analysis Excellent communication skills Influencing and negotiation skills Proven experience operating at a strategic level Self-starter who is driven and determined to develop their procurement career What you'll get in return £62,000-£65,000 annual salary. Hybrid working policy with 2 days from home Flexible working 25 days holiday plus bank holidays plus option to buy/sell hols Company pension scheme PLUS so many more. 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