Role: Senior Strategic Procurement Manager
Location: Staffordshire (Stoke) - Hybrid working
Type: Permanent
Salary: £53-£60k
Sellick Partnership are currently looking to appoint a Senior Strategic Procurement Manager for our Public Sector client in Stoke on a permanent basis.
Job Summary:
Responsible for the management of strategic Procurement activity and other bespoke procurement / strategic projects. Effectively lead elements of the Strategic Procurement Team in delivery of all relevant objectives and influencing / managing customers. To take the corporate lead on identified commercial issues and key commodity areas. To undertake and lead on specific projects on behalf of the Director / Deputy Director of Procurement. Deputise as appropriate for the Director / Deputy Director of Procurement.
Main Responsibilities:
1. Effectively lead elements of the Strategic Procurement Team.
2. Take the corporate lead on identified commercial issues and key commodity areas.
3. Provide professional procurement advice on often sensitive commercial issues to Senior Managers.
4. Manage highly complex negotiations with suppliers.
5. Identify, promote and implement opportunities and initiatives for cost improvements.
6. Set the strategy for the Strategic management of key suppliers.
7. Develop new strategies.
8. Evaluate highly complex financial and purchasing data.
9. Lead on a number of highly complex procurement projects.
Person Specification:
1. Fully CIPs qualified - Desirable but not essential.
2. Experience in leading complex procurements.
3. Strong stakeholder engagement skills.
4. Contract and supplier management experience.
5. Public Sector experience - Desirable but not essential.
Please apply now for immediate consideration.
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