Our client, a reputable player in the public sector procurement supply chain, is currently seeking a talented Procurement Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. This position offers an exciting opportunity to support various departments, ensuring optimal supplier agreements, cost savings, and a robust supply chain. Key Responsibilities: Sourcing and evaluating suppliers, assessing their products and services Drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts Predicting levels of demand for services and products Building and maintaining relationships with suppliers Developing strategies to achieve cost savings and supplier performance targets Ensuring procurement processes are followed and accurately recorded Managing and motivating the procurement team Working with the sustainability team to manage the supply chain in line with sustainability strategies Providing demonstrable cost savings throughout the business from a quality supply chain Challenging carriage charges and price increases, communicating these to department managers Supporting the sales team with tender enquiries and internal sales team with bespoke requests by obtaining the best prices from preferred suppliers Minimising credit card spend where possible Ensuring compliance with required corporate governance and approvals in all commercial and contractual aspects Job Requirements: The successful candidate will demonstrate the following attributes: Exper...