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Procurement manager for project works

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Sodexo
Procurement manager
Posted: 19h ago
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Procurement Manager – Project Works at Sodexo

We are looking for a Procurement Manager – Projects Works to join our UK&I team and play a key role in shaping and delivering our Project Works category strategy. This position will develop and manage a strong national and regional supply chain, lead high‑value outsourcing and tendering activities, and drive savings while ensuring operational excellence.

Working closely with segment leaders and Project Managers, the role will oversee supplier performance, provide procurement support, and deliver expert supply chain advice to meet evolving business needs across all segments.


Main Responsibilities

* Own tender process: outsource, tender, negotiate, develop tender analysis, present reports and recommendations to senior management; negotiate T&Cs, SLAs, pricing and services with suppliers; demonstrate best overall value for money in procurement recommendations.
* Manage projects autonomously under the scope of responsibility and coordinate with account teams on site, ensuring stakeholder alignment and onboarding within the FM platform.
* Generate savings and increase revenues; align with strategic contracts; support projects delivery and growth for UK & Ireland.
* Provide reporting and volume analysis.
* Improve profitability by optimizing agreements of categories under remit: negotiate single work agreements, secure best net prices, generate savings, improve commercial terms.
* Work with commercial team to deliver best solutions per client contract.
* Supplier / Sub‑contractor Management: develop a structured preferred supply chain across all UK&I regions; monitor market trends and manage risks; build strong relationships with top and critical suppliers; continuously assess new supply chain options; monitor performance; develop innovation and support its implementation.


The Ideal Candidate

* Experience in Project Works or Hard FM buying / category management (5–7 years).
* Ability to travel across the UK & Ireland; comfortable working in a multicultural and matrix environment.
* Experience in managing procurement tenders; advanced Excel skills.
* Strong presentation skills, both verbal and written.
* Graduate calibre and working towards CIPS/ISM or equivalent qualification.
* Team player with excellent communication and influencing skills; financial acumen and result‑oriented.
* Fluency in English.
* Experience of Private, Pharma, Health or Public Sector FM Operations; Hard FM/Projects Works/Professional Services Consultancy sub‑categories.
* Experience managing sub‑contractors across Hard FM.
* Knowledge of Construction and Civils ‘project’ works procurement methodologies.


Package Description

Competitive salary depending on experience.


Benefits

20+ Sodexo benefits including retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands, gym discounts, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme, legal and financial advice.


Company

Sodexo is a global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, operating in 55 countries and serving over 100 million consumers each day.


Equal Opportunity

Sodexo believes in equal opportunities, respects diversity and welcomes applications from underrepresented backgrounds. Sodexo is a Disability Confident Employer.


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