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Lead Procurement Manager

Ref: AS5877112

Welwyn Garden City, England

£60,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Sourcing Expert
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Cost Reduction Specialist

About the candidate

Our candidate is a highly skilled Lead Procurement Manager with more than eight years of extensive experience across various sectors, including retail, technology, and manufacturing. Their career is distinguished by adept management of end-to-end procurement processes, exceptional negotiation skills, and the development of strong supplier relationships. Notably skilled in adapting to dynamic corporate environments, the candidate has a proven ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams. Their strategic, data-driven approach has consistently aligned procurement activities with overarching organisational goals and yielded significant innovations and cost savings.

In recent roles, they have excelled in the UK retail sector managing corporate services procurement. Their strategic negotiations have notably reduced costs by 15% while improving service quality and compliance. They have also made significant strides in the technology sector by spearheading procurement processes that outstrip traditional performance metrics and enhance operational efficiency.

What makes them great?

  • Innovative Cost-Saving Initiatives: Successfully implemented strategic sourcing and negotiation tactics that led to a 15% cost reduction within a UK-based retail company.
  • Collaborative Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring strategic alignment and driving project success in procurement initiatives.
  • Adaptability in Fast-Paced Settings: Recognised for resilience and adaptability, thriving in dynamic environments and maintaining high performance under pressure.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Sourcing: Mastery in overseeing end-to-end procurement processes, particularly in corporate services, IT, and consultancy, to align with corporate goals and improve efficiency.
  • Supplier Relationship Management: Expert in building and maintaining robust supplier networks that enhance procurement performance and compliance.
  • Negotiation and Cost Reduction: Proven track record of negotiating favourable contract terms that have directly led to substantial cost reductions and service enhancements.