Procurement Manager, Soft Services
* Hybrid (London-based HQ, 2 days in the office)
* Up to £70,000 (DOE)
Talent Drive have partnered with a leading real estate business working on an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Manager to support one of their flagship clients in the financial services sector.
This is a hands-on, strategic role where you’ll work closely with both procurement and operations teams to deliver cost-effective, high-performing procurement solutions across a wide range of facilities management (FM) services.
It’s a great fit for someone who enjoys end-to-end procurement, driving innovation, managing supplier relationships, and helping clients hit targets around savings, diversity, and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and deliver sourcing strategies across FM categories (UK & Ireland)
* Run tendering processes, including bid creation, evaluation, negotiation, and contract execution
* Own supplier performance management, lead business reviews, and drive continuous improvement
* Help the client meet their cost-saving, diversity, and sustainability goals
* Analyse pricing and benchmark costs across services
* Support legal and compliance processes across procurement activities
* Track and report on savings, KPIs, and ad-hoc procurement metrics
You’ll Need To Have:
* Strong experience in Soft FM procurement (cleaning, catering, waste, security)
* Excellent commercial acumen with a track record of delivering savings
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
* Able to lead procurement processes from strategy through to supplier delivery
* Good knowledge of contract management and supplier governance
* Comfortable working within large, complex global organisations
* Ideally, experience with eProcurement systems and playbook creation
Why Apply?
* Work with a globally recognised firm and a prestigious client
* A chance to own and influence high-value procurement projects
* Competitive salary, bonus, and long-term potential
* Collaborative and professional environment with real impact
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