Your newpany
We are currently supporting a utilities business to recruit a Senior Procurement Manager (12-Month FTC) into their group function, where you'll play a pivotal role in leading the IT, FM andmunications categories.
Your new role
As a Senior Procurement Manager, you'll lead strategic procurement delivery across the IT, Hard & Soft FM and Customermunications categories (c £.163m) by designing and delivering category strategy, engaging and influencing senior stakeholders to resolve blockers, implement process improvement and manage a small team of two Procurement Business Partners.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Lead strategic procurement delivery across IT, Hard & Soft Facilities Management, and Customermunications categories, managing a spend portfolio of approximately £163 million.
• Design and implement category strategies that align with business objectives and deliver measurable value.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, influencing decision-making and resolving procurement-related challenges.
• Drive process improvements across procurement operations to enhance efficiency andpliance.
• Manage and develop a team of two Procurement Business Partners, providing leadership, coaching, and support.
• Oversee end-to-end procurement activities, including sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier management, and performance tracking when needed.
• Ensure procurement practicesply with public sector regulations (old UCR15 frameworks and PA23)
• Monitor market trends and supplier innovations to inform strategic sourcing decisions and maintainpetitive advantage.
What you'll need to succeed:
• Extensive experience in IT procurement is essential, with Facilities Management category experience being highly desirable
• Proven line management experience, with the ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated success in managing procurement portfolios of a similar scale (circa £150 million).
• Strong understanding of public procurement regulations (UCR15 / PCR15 / PA23)
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement andmunication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation.
• MCIPS qualified or actively working towards full accreditation.
• A data-driven and analytical mindset, with a track record of identifying and implementing process improvements and cost efficiencies.
• A proactive approach to continuous improvement, risk management, and driving procurement excellence.
What you'll get in return
• A salary of up to £65,000
• Hybrid working - 3 days per week on-site (This role can be based in either Bristol, Exeter or Surrey
Generous holiday allowance + bank holidays, bonus scheme, share-save scheme, various health benefits & more.