Senior Procurement Manager

Theale, Berkshire
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Senior Procurement Manager

Permanent

Theale/Home

We are seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Manager to shape a compliant and sustainable supply chain that underpins our core services. Leading procurement across design, engineering, maintenance, and construction, this role focuses on maximising value, enhancing supplier performance, and mitigating risks.

As a Senior Procurement Manager you will develop and implement commercial strategies to optimize value-for-money, reduce supplier-related risks, and deliver exceptional sourcing events. You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders to drive commercial benefits, service improvements, and process efficiencies across the organization.

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Procurement Manager include:

• Lead and deliver sub-category strategies that support our business objectives. Challenge materials, specifications, and supply sources to improve value.
• Ensure suppliers have the necessary capabilities and are aligned with the company’s requirements, handling issues with supplier performance as needed.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure procurement governance and post-award management.
• Negotiate new and renewal contracts with suppliers to secure service, quality, value, and supply chain security. Lead negotiations for large, complex projects.
• Manage procurement processes from inception to contract handover, ensuring diligent execution and compliance with corporate policy.
• Track initiatives and supplier performance, reporting on financial benefits and risks.

The successful Senior Procurement Manager will have:

• Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, and contract management.
• Strategic and commercial mindset with strong leadership skills.
• Expertise in category management, supplier negotiations, and process improvement.
• Ability to manage complex projects and influence decision-making at senior levels.

If you’re ready to take on this exciting opportunity and drive procurement excellence, please send your CV to (see below)

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