Senior Procurement Specialist
Permanent
Full-time, with flexibility for part-time
Hybrid working - 2-3 days per week in the office, one day has to be in the Peterborough office.
NEC 3 or 4 EXPERIENCE IS ESSENTIAL
The role
This Senior Procurement Specialist role is responsible for planning, managing, and delivering a pipeline of strategic sourcing initiatives and leading complex contract negotiations. You will play a critical role in delivering commercial outcomes that support business objectives, regulatory requirements, and customer value.
Using strong strategic thinking and influencing skills, you will engage with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. You will develop a deep understanding of market dynamics and business demand across defined spend areas, ensuring supplier relationships are effective and deliver long-term value.
As a senior member of the procurement team, you will mentor and support colleagues, helping to build capability, share best practice, and drive continuous improvement across the function.
Key responsibilities
Develop, own, and actively manage a strategic portfolio of sourcing activity
Deliver sourcing initiatives in a timely manner to maximise value
Lead complex commercial negotiations using appropriate sourcing methodologies
Build a strong understanding of business needs and demand profiles across assigned spend areas
Identify spend trends, risks, and opportunities using data and market insight
Ensure procurement systems and governance processes are followed to maintain an auditable trail
Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, influencing and constructively challenging where required
Support the procurement manager in leading and developing the team
Mentor and coach team members to build capability and confidence
Contribute to a collaborative, innovative, and continuously improving procurement culture
Lead supplier appointment and onboarding using appropriate sourcing methodologies based on value and complexity
What we're looking for
CIPS qualified to Level 5 minimum (or equivalent professional or degree-level qualification in procurement or a commercial discipline)
Strong knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 and relevant procurement legislation
Proven experience delivering complex strategic sourcing projects
Demonstrated ownership and drive to achieve best value outcomes
Experience developing and managing sourcing strategies within governance frameworks
Strong understanding of contract structures and legal terms (experience with NEC contracts is beneficial)
Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
Proactive, collaborative mindset with adaptability and openness to new ways of working
What's on offer
Flexible working arrangements
Hybrid working model
Generous annual leave allowance
Competitive pension scheme
Bonus opportunity
Flexible benefits to support wellbeing and lifestyle