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Indirect Procurement Manager - £65

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Slough

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GBP 50,000 - 65,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as an Indirect Procurement Manager, where you'll leverage your expertise in procurement to drive value and innovation in a rapidly growing e-commerce platform. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and implement cost-saving strategies within a dynamic environment. With a hybrid working model, you'll collaborate with various internal departments while ensuring procurement aligns with business objectives. If you are passionate about making a difference in a tech-driven industry, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

  • Experience managing procurement projects across indirect and IT categories.
  • Knowledge of the full procurement cycle from sourcing to supplier evaluation.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and evaluate suppliers for indirect goods and services.
  • Implement cost-saving strategies and maintain supplier relationships.

Skills

End-to-end procurement management
Contract negotiation
Supplier relationship management
Data analysis

Education

Degree
MCIPS qualification

Tools

SAP Ariba
Oracle Procurement

Job description

Job Description

Role: Indirect Procurement Manager

Location: Slough

Salary: Up to £65k + corporate package

Role: Full time | Permanent | Hybrid

1st Executive are seeking an Indirect Procurement Manager on behalf of a worldwide retail technology (e-commerce) platform who operates in 165 countries, with offices in 46 countries and a revenue of $1.5bn within a rapidly growing market worth $1.3tr. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an unconflicted and independent organisation that prides itself on tech and innovation within a fast-moving and exciting industry.

Responsibilities:

  • Identify and evaluate suppliers for indirect goods and services & negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure the best value, quality, and terms for the company.
  • Monitor and manage the indirect spend to ensure it stays within budget and aligns with company objectives.
  • Implement cost-saving strategies, such as bulk purchasing, long-term contracts, and supplier discounts.
  • Maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors, ensuring supplier performance is regularly assessed in terms of cost, quality, delivery, and compliance.
  • Work closely with internal departments (e.g., HR, IT, marketing) to understand their needs and ensure procurement activities align with business goals.
  • Ensure that the procurement process integrates well with other departments' operations and timelines.
  • You will be in the office 2 days a week based in Slough.
  • Some travel may be required with trips to the US.

Experience:

  • Experience managing end-to-end procurement projects across a portfolio of indirect and IT categories.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the full procurement cycle, from sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiation, and purchasing to supplier relationship management and performance evaluation.
  • Proficiency in using data and analytics to make informed decisions, track supplier performance, and identify opportunities for improvement. Familiarity with procurement management software like SAP Ariba, Oracle Procurement, or similar platforms could be advantageous.
  • A degree and MCIPS qualification are preferred.

***Due to our client's requirements, applicants must be based in the UK and hold current/valid UK RTW***

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