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Senior ProcurementManager, Greater London (West), £65K + Benefits, Permanent

Your new company

You will be workingfor a Global FMCG Company based in Greater London, who are on a growth mission,whilst driving sustainability goals, leading the way in their market. Thiscompany operates in over 90 countries worldwide, making this an exciting global opportunity.

Your new role

You will be reportinginto the CFO, supporting their procurement needs by managing the procurementfunction, with one individual reporting into you. As this company continues togrow, their need to manage indirect spend has become vital to the success ofthe business.

You will beresponsible for

You will be managingkey buying categories whilst reviewing and approving all purchase requisitionsacross the business. You will lead all sourcing activities and tenderprocesses, targeting cost saving in line with businesses' KPIs. You will bebuilding and maintaining relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders,whilst defining the strategy goals for other categories via the line managementof the junior procurement manager. You will be the key point of contact for theprocurement function, able to support the CFO with additional procurementproject when they arise.


What you'll need to succeed

Youwill have experience working within indirect Procurement, with experience inthe marketing & event categories. You will be fluent in English withexcellent communication skills,both written and verbal. You will have proven business partnering experiencewith commercial awareness and a customer focus and a confident and positiveattitude, ability to challenge conventional thinking. You will have a good workingknowledge of Office and ideally, good working knowledge of SAP orunderstanding of the principles of purchase requests.

What you'll get in return

You will be entitledto a base salary of £65,000 p/a as well as a range of other benefits such asbonus and private healthcare. You will work in Greater London with 3 days inthe office a week.

What you need to do now
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Procurement manager, London (city), £65k + Benefits,Permanent

Your new company

You will be workingfor a European media and entertainment brand based in London City, who are on amission to transforming media and entertainment from the comfort of theircustomers' homes. This company has 24 million customers spanning 7 countries, making this an exciting multinational opportunity.

Your new role

You will be workingclosely with the Senior Procurement Manager, developing the procurementstrategy for the media category and implementing supplier relationshipmanagement to push them to deliver positive outcomes. You will work alongsidethe media team to identify opportunities to increase efficiency and effectiveness within the media category.

You will be responsible for:

• Targeting cost saving & consolidation in the media category whilst maintaining quality and service.
• Owning one of the biggest budgets in the media category, and working alongside the media team to maximise the use of spending.
• Work with and influence stakeholders across Europe to drive efficiency and innovation.
• Manage media audits to help measure performance across the media team.
• Supplier relationship management, managing contracts and costs in line with KPIs.
• Help develop and implement contracts, renewals, procurement initiatives and support the wider procurement team with RFPs and team projects.
• Network with industry bodies to understand trends in the market that apply to the media team.

What you'll need to succeed

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to build rapport and relationships with internal and external stakeholders and manage negotiations, and difficult conversations.
• Previous experience in media (media agency, media owner etc) and/or in marketing procurement.
• Proven experience in understanding and negotiating contractual terms.

What you'll get in return
You will get theopportunity to work with a growing media and entertainment business that offers awide variety of bonuses and benefits. For example, a generous pension package,private healthcare, discounted media products. You'll be able to have a hybridworking approach to give you more flexibility.

What you need to do now
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Your new company
You will be working for a globally recognised facilities management business with a footprint in over 100 countries globally. Working within the fleet division, you will help to manage an annual, spending portfolio in excess of £200m p/a.
Your new role
As a Procurement Specialist, you will work closely with the Head of Fleet and Capex Procurement on a day-to-day basis to manage the departments UK spend. You will lead e2e procurement activities from market research and early engagement through to contract signature and ongoing supplier management. You will work to ensure that there is a clear and credible pipeline of future commercial opportunities. You will also have a responsibility to ensure all suppliers meet the minimum compliance and legal requirements to work with the business. You will be the main point of contact for the operational fleet stakeholders on a day-to-day basis.
What you'll need to succeed
You will need to have previous procurement experience, and knowledge of how the e2e procurement process can be managed. You should be a strong communicator who is able to confidently engage with senior stakeholders across the business. While this role will offer ample room for growth and development, it is crucial that you are able to manage your own workload, with minimal supervision, when required. You should be someone who is eager to develop and make the most of the growth opportunities on offer in this role.
What you'll get in return
You will receive a competitive base salary of up to £37,000 p/a, alongside a host of other benefits, including a fully supported and funded CIPS course. You will be able to work in a hybrid pattern with 2 days a week in the office and the remainder of the time from home.

What you need to do now


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Your new company
You will be working for one of Europe's largest food producers and exporters with projects across Europe and Africa. This business manages farmland right across the globe, producing food sold in retail stores across Europe.
Your new role
As the Purchasing Manager, you will be working with a colleague to ensure the correct quantities of goods and services are procured to allow efficient operation of farms across Africa (Senegal, Ghana and Algeria). This will include seeds, grains, fertiliser, machinery and disposable equipment. You will be responsible for a portfolio valued in excess of £100m p/a across the 3 countries. You will be responsible for the e2e procurement process, from supplier research, right through to ongoing supplier management post signature. You will work closely with the wider business to centralise purchasing operations across the 3 countries.
What you'll need to succeed
You will need to be a fluent Italian and English speaker with the ability to conduct all day-to-day activities in either language. Previous experience working within an international farming/agricultural business is vital to allow you to hit the ground running in this role. Experience managing suppliers in African nations would be highly advantageous. You will need to have excellent commercial acumen with an ability to educate internal stakeholders on the value of procurement functions. You should be able to commute to the office in Central London 5 days a week for the first 3-6 months as the team embeds and develops in London.
What you'll get in return
You will be entitled to a base salary of up to £80,000 p/a, alongside 26 days of annual leave (increasing to 28 with service), and an enhanced pension scheme.

What you need to do now
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Your new company
You will be working for a leading facilities management service provider with an annual turnover in excess of £20b. With a global procurement team exceeding 800 heads, you will be joining a global powerhouse with ambitious growth and transformation plans.
Your new role
As a member of the FM procurement team, you will work closely with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to understand and deliver a variety of Hard FM service solutions. You will manage one direct report with a dotted line of 4 regional buyers. You will work closely with the Head of FM Procurement and Senior Category Manager to develop and implement category strategies to improve the service and cost-effectiveness of the Hard FM category.

What you'll need to succeed
You will need to have extensive knowledge of the FM category, with an in-depth understanding of Hard FM services. You should have experience working within a large matrix organisation and be able to effectively engage and influence both operational and head office stakeholders. You should have experience of managing and developing teams. You should be able to commit to weekly travel to client sites across Greater London to help understand client needs and deliver solutions.
What you'll get in return
You will receive a competitive base salary of up to £75,000 alongside a discretionary annual bonus. You will also be able to work in a hybrid pattern with 2 to 3 days a week from home. You will be eligible for private medical insurance alongside other health and wellness benefits. What you need to do now


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Your new company
Working for one of the UK's largest rail operators, you will be part of a team that is responsible for delivering the continuous improvement of some of the UK's busiest railway lines.
Your new role
As a buyer, you will be responsible for a range of indirect procurement categories, including but not limited to HR, IT, FM and Professional Services, with a bias towards the IT category. You will negotiate and draft a range of contracts for the provision of services as well as manage these suppliers' performance post signature. You will be responsible for the analysis and assessment of the general PQQ for all suppliers and play a vital role in onboarding tier 1 and 2 suppliers into the contract management system.
What you'll need to succeed
You will need to have previous experience working within an indirect procurement function with an understanding of IT contracts and their variations. You should also be a highly motivated and driven self-starter who can work independently when required. You should be a strong communicator who is able to effectively work with different teams to deliver on a range of projects.
What you'll get in return
You will be entitled to a base salary of up to £45,000 p/a alongside a range of other benefits such as free TfL travel, 75% off national rail travel, and annual salary increases. You will work in The City with 3 days in the office and 2 days from home. This organisation will also offer CIPS sponsorship from day one.

What you need to do now
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Your new company
You will be working for a global FMCG business with offices all over Europe, where you will be leading their UK Procurement division. This business puts sustainability at the forefront of all they do, from supporting farmers and ethical farming practices, to ensuring their products can be recycled as easily as possible. Your new role
As a Senior Procurement Manager, you will manage one direct report, supporting them with day-to-day queries and their continuous professional development. You will focus on commercial and marketing categories, two areas that make up the vast bulk of the UK businesses spend. As the company goes through a step change in their approach to procurement, making it mandated, you will lead the charge in rolling this out across your stakeholder base. You will frequently engage with the CFO and wider marketing team to support this transition and will lead procurement of events, PR and Media agencies alongside POS production, social media etc.
What you'll need to succeed
You will need to be a seasoned procurement professional with a strong understanding of the marketing landscape and the various subcategories that would fall under your remit. You should be an expert communicator who can confidently influence and manage a diverse and international stakeholder base. People management experience is not a pre-requisite, but a desire and willingness to take this step is crucial. You should be able to commute to the Uxbridge office 3 days a week. A desire and ability to improve processes and effect change will be vital in allowing you to hit the ground running and make a real impact in this role. What you'll get in return
You will receive a competitive base salary of up to £75,000 p/a, alongside a 12.5% bonus, 25 days' holiday and a wider benefits package. This role would also afford the opportunity to progress into a people management role, should this be your aim.

What you need to do now
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Your new company
You will be working with one of the UK's leading construction and engineering consultancy firm, with offices up and down the UK. You will be supporting on some of the largest infrastructure projects in the UK, supporting value add procurement initiatives.

Your new role
You will be working within the Projects & Infrastructure team - advising on a variety of large-scale construction initiatives. You will be responsible for leading full e2e procurement processes across a variety of projects, with rotations between clients as necessary. You will work closely with engineering, project management, finance and supply chain teams. You will frequently engage with senior internal and external stakeholders, across both public and private sector clients.

What you'll need to succeed
You will need to have experience working within public sector - preferably working as a consultant. If you have security Clearance, this would be highly beneficial for this role, but would not be a pre-requisite. Experience working within either the Construction or IT category will be necessary for this post, as you will be responsible for advising within one area - there are multiple vacancies within this organisation. You will have to be a self-starter with the ability to effectively work in large teams and engage stakeholders across all levels.

What you'll get in return
You will be entitled to a competitive base salary dependant of experience, along with a bonus structure dependant on business and personal performance. You will also be entitled to an industry leading L&D package, with fully sponsored CIPS development with an assigned senior mentor from within the business. You will have 25 days annual leave along with the ability, after time, to buy and sell holiday entitlement.

What you need to do now
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Your new company
You will be working for a leading facilities management service provider with an annual turnover in excess of £20b. With a global procurement team exceeding 800 heads, you will be joining a global powerhouse with ambitious growth and transformation plans.


Your new role
You will be working as an IT Category Manager, sitting within a UK procurement team of 56. This role will report into the Senior IT Category Manager and be responsible for a wide range of projects across this organisation's different service offerings. Projects are wide and varied, from CCTV and frictionless shopping to ERP and Cloud storage transformation projects. You will engage with a wide variety of stakeholders to understand business requirements and effectively translate these needs into innovative solutions that meet a wide range of needs. This role will be largely home based, with occasional travel to offices in London and Hertfordshire.


What you'll need to succeed
You will need to have experience in full e2e procurement of IT software and services. This is a highly varied role with exciting and unique challenges. As such, the ability to effectively work within ambiguity is vital to allow you to fully tackle this role. You should be a strong and effective communicator who is happy to engage with a wide variety of stakeholders to deliver complex projects. An ability to create and implement long-term strategic plans is required for this role, and you should be able to demonstrate experience doing this.


What you'll get in return
You will be entitled to a competitive base salary dependent on experience of up to £70,000 p/a. This role also allows remote working with occasional travel to offices in London and Hertfordshire (once/twice a month). Wider benefits of this role include a discretionary bonus, 25 days' holiday and private health care.


What you need to do now
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Your new company
You will be working for a global FMCG business with offices all over Europe, where you will be leading their UK Procurement division. This business puts sustainability at the forefront of all they do, from supporting farmers and ethical farming practices, to ensuring their products can be recycled as easily as possible. Your new role
As a Senior Procurement Manager, you will manage one direct report, supporting them with day-to-day queries and their continuous professional development. You will focus on commercial and marketing categories, two areas that make up the vast bulk of the UK businesses spend. As the company goes through a step change in their approach to procurement, making it mandated, you will lead the charge in rolling this out across your stakeholder base. You will frequently engage with the CFO and wider marketing team to support this transition and will lead procurement of events, PR and Media agencies alongside POS production, social media etc.

What you'll need to succeed
You will need to be a seasoned procurement professional with a strong understanding of the marketing landscape and the various subcategories that would fall under your remit. You should be an expert communicator who can confidently influence and manage a diverse and international stakeholder base. People management experience is not a pre-requisite, but a desire and willingness to take this step is crucial. You should be able to commute to the Uxbridge office 3 days a week. A desire and ability to improve processes and effect change will be vital in allowing you to hit the ground running and make a real impact in this role.

What you'll get in return
You will receive a competitive base salary of up to £75,000 p/a, alongside a 12.5% bonus, 25 days' holiday and a wider benefits package. This role would also afford the opportunity to progress into a people management role, should this be your aim.

What you need to do now
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Job Title: Procurement & Contracts SpecialistLocation: Central London (Hybrid working: 2-3 days' work from home)
Organisation: Housing Association
Contract Type: Immediate start, temporary contract until April 2025
Pay rate: £450 per day (inside IR35)


Overview:
I am recruiting for a Housing Association that needs an experienced Procurement and Contracts Specialist to join their Procurement team on a temporary basis. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in writing and managing high-risk contracts, advising on no-contract and no-PO requirements, and working independently with minimal supervision. This role involves reviewing and managing contracts for a list of 500 suppliers, including high-risk, lower-value suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:
*Review and manage contracts for a list of 500 suppliers, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
*Write and develop contracts and specifications for high-risk suppliers.
*Advise on no-contract and no-PO requirements, ensuring all procurement activities are compliant.
*Prioritise and manage a large workload effectively, focusing on high-risk suppliers being transitioned from no-contract, no-PO status.
*Work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating the ability to hit the ground running.
*Collaborate with a team of 15, providing dedicated support for this project.
*Ensure all procurement activities align with FM and construction industry standards.

Requirements:
*Proven experience in writing and managing high-risk contracts.
*Strong understanding of no-contract and no-PO requirements.
*Ability to review and manage many supplier contracts.
*Comfortable working with high-risk, lower-value suppliers.
*Experience in FM and construction industries.
*Demonstrate the ability to prioritise and manage a large workload.
*Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
*Available for interviews this week.



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Procurement OfficerLocation: Central London, (Hybrid working: 4 days from home, 1 day in the office on Tuesdays)
Organisation: Health Regulator
Contract Type: Temporary (immediate start until Spring 2025)
Pay rate: £150-£250 per day

Your new role
Recruiting a highly skilled Procurement Officer with extensive experience within the Local Authority to join a leading health regulator based in Central London. This role requires a candidate with a strong understanding of procurement frameworks, request for pay processes, and e-sourcing, particularly using Atamis. The successful candidate will have end-to-end procurement experience and be able to start immediately.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full procurement process from initiation to contract award.
• Utilise e-sourcing tools, specifically Atamis, to manage procurement activities.
• Ensure compliance with procurement frameworks and regulations.
• Handle requests for pay and manage related processes.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement needs and provide effective solutions.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation.

Requirements

• Extensive experience within Local Authority procurement.
• Strong understanding of procurement frameworks and request for pay processes.
• Proficiency in e-sourcing tools, particularly Atamis.
• Demonstrated end-to-end procurement experience.
• Ability to start immediately.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Available to work 4 days from home and 1 day in the Central London office (Tuesdays).
• Only candidates with a 1-2 week notice period will be considered.

Personal Attributes:

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Proactive and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Committed to continuous professional development and staying updated with industry trends.

What you need to do now

• This role is not suitable for candidates currently in a permanent role due to the immediate start requirement.
• Due to the high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.

If you meet the above criteria and are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, please apply.

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Your new company
You will be working for a global FMCG business with offices all over Europe, where you will be leading their UK Procurement division. This business puts sustainability at the forefront of all they do, from supporting farmers and ethical farming practices, to ensuring their products can be recycled as easily as possible.

Your new role
As a Senior Procurement Manager, you will manage one direct report, supporting them with day-to-day queries and their continuous professional development. You will focus on commercial and marketing categories, two areas that make up the vast bulk of the UK businesses spend. As the company goes through a step change in their approach to procurement, making it mandated, you will lead the charge in rolling this out across your stakeholder base. You will frequently engage with the CFO and wider marketing team to support this transition and will lead procurement of events, PR and Media agencies alongside POS production, social media etc.

What you'll need to succeed
You will need to be a seasoned procurement professional with a strong understanding of the marketing landscape and the various subcategories that would fall under your remit. You should be an expert communicator who can confidently influence and manage a diverse and international stakeholder base. People management experience is not a pre-requisite, but a desire and willingness to take this step is crucial. You should be able to commute to the Uxbridge office 3 days a week. A desire and ability to improve processes and effect change will be vital in allowing you to hit the ground running and make a real impact in this role.

What you'll get in return
You will receive a competitive base salary of up to £75,000 p/a, alongside a 12.5% bonus, 25 days' holiday and a wider benefits package. This role would also afford the opportunity to progress into a people management role, should this be your aim.

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.
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Senior ProcurementManager, Greater London (West), £65K + Benefits, Permanent

Your new company

You will be workingfor a Global FMCG Company based in Greater London, who are on a growth mission,whilst driving sustainability goals, leading the way in their market. Thiscompany operates in over 90 countries worldwide, making this an exciting global opportunity.

Your new role

You will be reportinginto the CFO, supporting their procurement needs by managing the procurementfunction, with one individual reporting into you. As this company continues togrow, their need to manage indirect spend has become vital to the success ofthe business.

You will beresponsible for

You will be managingkey buying categories whilst reviewing and approving all purchase requisitionsacross the business. You will lead all sourcing activities and tenderprocesses, targeting cost saving in line with businesses' KPIs. You will bebuilding and maintaining relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders,whilst defining the strategy goals for other categories via the line managementof the junior procurement manager. You will be the key point of contact for theprocurement function, able to support the CFO with additional procurementproject when they arise.


What you'll need to succeed

Youwill have experience working within indirect Procurement, with experience inthe marketing & event categories. You will be fluent in English withexcellent communication skills,both written and verbal. You will have proven business partnering experiencewith commercial awareness and a customer focus and a confident and positiveattitude, ability to challenge conventional thinking. You will have a good workingknowledge of Office and ideally, good working knowledge of SAP orunderstanding of the principles of purchase requests.

What you'll get in return

You will be entitledto a base salary of £65,000 p/a as well as a range of other benefits such asbonus and private healthcare. You will work in Greater London with 3 days inthe office a week.

What you need to do now
If you're interestedin this role, click 'apply now', to send an up-to-date copy of your CV, or callus now.

If this role isn'tquite right for you, but you are looking for a new position. Please contact usfor a private discussion on your career.

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Procurement ManagerDuration: 3 months +Hourly rate: £20-£25
Location: Central London, nearest station: Marylebone or EustonHybrid working: 3 days remote, 2 days work from Central London Office
Your new roleRecruiting a highly skilled and experienced End-to-End Procurement Manager to join a regulator based in London. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the entire procurement process, with a particular emphasis on tendering and contract management. This role requires a deep understanding of the Procurement Act and public sector procurement legislation.

Duties include:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with organisational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the tendering process, including the preparation of tender documents, evaluation of bids, and selection of suppliers.
• Negotiate and manage contracts, ensuring compliance with the Procurement Act and other relevant public sector procurement legislation.
• Conduct market analysis to identify potential suppliers and assess their capabilities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and provide expert advice on tendering and contract management.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, ensuring adherence to contract terms and conditions.
• Prepare and present procurement reports to senior management.

What you'll need to succeed

• Extensive experience in end-to-end procurement within the public sector, with a strong focus on tendering and contract management.
• In-depth knowledge of the Procurement Act and public sector procurement legislation.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Personal Attributes:

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Proactive and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop team members.
• Committed to continuous professional development and staying updated with industry trends.

What you need to do now
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This is an immediate start temporary position. Candidates must be available immediately or have a notice period of no more than one week. Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact candidates who meet the relevant experience criteria. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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