Senior Procurement Specialist
Permanent. Full-time, with flexibility for part-time. Hybrid working — 2‑3 days per week in the office; one day must 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
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