Job Title : Strategic Sourcing Manager Contract Type: 12-month fixed term contract, Part Time, Full Time, Job Share option available Salary Range: £52,000 - £78,000 Depending on experience Location: Eastleigh - Hybrid Closing Date for applications: Friday 1st August 2025 Strategic Sourcing Manager: We're looking for an experienced Strategic Sourcing Manager tojoin our ambitious Procurement team on a 12-month contract. Reporting directlyto the Head of Procurement, you'll take a key role in shaping our sourcingstrategy, driving commercial outcomes, and building strong supplierrelationships across critical corporate service categories. As a Strategic Sourcing Manager, you'll lead strategicsourcing initiatives across Professional & Corporate Services, whichincludes spend categories such as HR, Customer Operations, FacilitiesManagement, Finance, Legal, and Consultancy. This role requires someone who iscommercially astute, highly proactive, and confident influencing seniorstakeholders. Main Responsibilities: Take ownership of complex, high-value sourcing initiatives from end to end-defining business needs, managing RfX processes, evaluating suppliers, and executing contract negotiations. Deliver commercial strategies that unlock value through cost savings, improved service quality, innovation, and operational efficiency. Lead multi-functional sourcing projects with a sense of urgency, ensuring timely outcomes that meet stakeholder expectations and compliance standards. Build strong relationships with internal teams to challenge conventional thinking and align procurement activities to business goals. Provide expert commercial and procurement guidance to stakeholders, ensuring all engagements align with internal policy and risk frameworks. Track procurement pipeline activities and maintain momentum with consistent communication, issue management, and stakeholder engagement. Stay abreast of market trends and innovations in your categories and bring forward-thinking insights to the business that add strategic advantage. Champion procurement excellence across the business through knowledge-sharing, coaching, and collaboration. Skills and experience: 5+ years' experience managing high-value, complex sourcing projects in professional or corporate services categories. Proven track record of commercial and contract negotiation outcomes with both incumbent and new suppliers. Exceptional analytical skills, a keen eye for commercial detail, and a clear understanding of how procurement adds measurable value. Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management capabilities-you influence with confidence, listen actively, and advise with authority. Strong strategic thinking paired with a hands-on approach-comfortable presenting to senior leaders and rolling up your sleeves when needed. An appetite for continuous learning, market awareness, and a collaborative mindset to drive real business impact. Confidence working in hybrid teams and managing sourcing pipelines with agility and accountability. Experience supporting and contributing to the development of category strategies that align with enterprise-wide goals. At Ageas we offer a wide range of benefits to support you and your family inside and outside of work, which helped us achieve, Top Employer status in the UK. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy at Ageas: Flexible Working- Smart employees flexibility around location (as long as it's within the UK) and, for many of our roles, flexibility within the working day to manage other commitments, such as school drop offs etc. We also offer all our vacancies part-time/job-shares. We also offer a minimum of 35 days holiday (inc. bank holidays) and you can buy and sell days. Supporting your Health- Dental InsuranceHealth Cash Plan, Health Screening, Will Writing, Voluntary Critical Illness, Mental Health First Aiders, Well Being Activities - Mindfulness. Supporting your Wealth- Annual Bonus Schemes, Annual Salary Reviews, Competitive Pension, Employee Savings, Employee Loans. Supporting you at Work- Well-being activities, mindfulness sessions, Sports and Social Club events and more. Supporting you and your Family- Maternity/pregnant parent/primary adopter entitlement of 16 weeks at full pay and paternity/non-pregnant parent/co-adopter at 8 weeks' full pay. Benefits for Them- Partner Life Assurance and Critical Illness cover. Get some Tech- Deals on various gadgets including Wearables, Tablets and Laptops. Getting around- Car Salary Exchange, Cycle Scheme, Vehicle Breakdown Cover. Supporting you back to work- Returnto work programme after maternity leave. About Ageas: We are one of the largest car and home insurers in the UK. Our People help Ageas to be a thriving, creative and innovative place to work. We show this in the service we provide to over four million customers. As an inclusive employer, we encourage anyone to apply. We're a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and Women in Finance Charter ,member of iCAN and GAIN .As a Disability Confident Leader ,we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive. That means if you are applying for a job with us, you will have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment experience.If the list does not cover the support you need, please contact our Recruitment Team to discuss how they can help. We also guarantee an interview for applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role. For more information, please see Ageas Everyone . We have a zero-tolerance approach towards any form of harassment during the recruitment process, ensuring that everyone is treated with respect and professionalism. Our aim is to have great people everywhere in our business and we're always looking for outstanding people to join us. Most roles across Ageas allow a proportion of your time to be spent working from home and we're open to discussing flexible working, including full-time, part-time or job share arrangements.To find out more about Ageas, see About Us . Want to be part of a Winning Team? Come and join Ageas. Click on the 'Apply button' to be considered. Important Notice - Recruitment Scam Alert: We are aware of fraudulent activity whereby individuals are being contacted with fake job offers claiming to be from Ageas, often for remote roles such as Administrative Assistants. These scams may include offers of high hourly pay and requests for upfront payments or deposits. Please be aware that Ageas will never ask for money at any stage of the recruitment process . Ageas will always ask you to make an application via our Company Websites and all legitimate Ageas job opportunities are listed on our official careers pages within. Communication will only come from verified Ageas email addresses and if you are unsure about the legitimacy of a job offer or communications you are receiving, please contact with the subject FRAUD .
Jul 22, 2025
Full time
Job Title : Strategic Sourcing Manager Contract Type: 12-month fixed term contract, Part Time, Full Time, Job Share option available Salary Range: £52,000 - £78,000 Depending on experience Location: Eastleigh - Hybrid Closing Date for applications: Friday 1st August 2025 Strategic Sourcing Manager: We're looking for an experienced Strategic Sourcing Manager tojoin our ambitious Procurement team on a 12-month contract. Reporting directlyto the Head of Procurement, you'll take a key role in shaping our sourcingstrategy, driving commercial outcomes, and building strong supplierrelationships across critical corporate service categories. As a Strategic Sourcing Manager, you'll lead strategicsourcing initiatives across Professional & Corporate Services, whichincludes spend categories such as HR, Customer Operations, FacilitiesManagement, Finance, Legal, and Consultancy. This role requires someone who iscommercially astute, highly proactive, and confident influencing seniorstakeholders. Main Responsibilities: Take ownership of complex, high-value sourcing initiatives from end to end-defining business needs, managing RfX processes, evaluating suppliers, and executing contract negotiations. Deliver commercial strategies that unlock value through cost savings, improved service quality, innovation, and operational efficiency. Lead multi-functional sourcing projects with a sense of urgency, ensuring timely outcomes that meet stakeholder expectations and compliance standards. Build strong relationships with internal teams to challenge conventional thinking and align procurement activities to business goals. Provide expert commercial and procurement guidance to stakeholders, ensuring all engagements align with internal policy and risk frameworks. Track procurement pipeline activities and maintain momentum with consistent communication, issue management, and stakeholder engagement. Stay abreast of market trends and innovations in your categories and bring forward-thinking insights to the business that add strategic advantage. Champion procurement excellence across the business through knowledge-sharing, coaching, and collaboration. Skills and experience: 5+ years' experience managing high-value, complex sourcing projects in professional or corporate services categories. Proven track record of commercial and contract negotiation outcomes with both incumbent and new suppliers. Exceptional analytical skills, a keen eye for commercial detail, and a clear understanding of how procurement adds measurable value. Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management capabilities-you influence with confidence, listen actively, and advise with authority. Strong strategic thinking paired with a hands-on approach-comfortable presenting to senior leaders and rolling up your sleeves when needed. An appetite for continuous learning, market awareness, and a collaborative mindset to drive real business impact. Confidence working in hybrid teams and managing sourcing pipelines with agility and accountability. Experience supporting and contributing to the development of category strategies that align with enterprise-wide goals. At Ageas we offer a wide range of benefits to support you and your family inside and outside of work, which helped us achieve, Top Employer status in the UK. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy at Ageas: Flexible Working- Smart employees flexibility around location (as long as it's within the UK) and, for many of our roles, flexibility within the working day to manage other commitments, such as school drop offs etc. We also offer all our vacancies part-time/job-shares. We also offer a minimum of 35 days holiday (inc. bank holidays) and you can buy and sell days. Supporting your Health- Dental InsuranceHealth Cash Plan, Health Screening, Will Writing, Voluntary Critical Illness, Mental Health First Aiders, Well Being Activities - Mindfulness. Supporting your Wealth- Annual Bonus Schemes, Annual Salary Reviews, Competitive Pension, Employee Savings, Employee Loans. Supporting you at Work- Well-being activities, mindfulness sessions, Sports and Social Club events and more. Supporting you and your Family- Maternity/pregnant parent/primary adopter entitlement of 16 weeks at full pay and paternity/non-pregnant parent/co-adopter at 8 weeks' full pay. Benefits for Them- Partner Life Assurance and Critical Illness cover. Get some Tech- Deals on various gadgets including Wearables, Tablets and Laptops. Getting around- Car Salary Exchange, Cycle Scheme, Vehicle Breakdown Cover. Supporting you back to work- Returnto work programme after maternity leave. About Ageas: We are one of the largest car and home insurers in the UK. Our People help Ageas to be a thriving, creative and innovative place to work. We show this in the service we provide to over four million customers. As an inclusive employer, we encourage anyone to apply. We're a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and Women in Finance Charter ,member of iCAN and GAIN .As a Disability Confident Leader ,we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive. That means if you are applying for a job with us, you will have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment experience.If the list does not cover the support you need, please contact our Recruitment Team to discuss how they can help. We also guarantee an interview for applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role. For more information, please see Ageas Everyone . We have a zero-tolerance approach towards any form of harassment during the recruitment process, ensuring that everyone is treated with respect and professionalism. Our aim is to have great people everywhere in our business and we're always looking for outstanding people to join us. Most roles across Ageas allow a proportion of your time to be spent working from home and we're open to discussing flexible working, including full-time, part-time or job share arrangements.To find out more about Ageas, see About Us . Want to be part of a Winning Team? Come and join Ageas. Click on the 'Apply button' to be considered. Important Notice - Recruitment Scam Alert: We are aware of fraudulent activity whereby individuals are being contacted with fake job offers claiming to be from Ageas, often for remote roles such as Administrative Assistants. These scams may include offers of high hourly pay and requests for upfront payments or deposits. Please be aware that Ageas will never ask for money at any stage of the recruitment process . Ageas will always ask you to make an application via our Company Websites and all legitimate Ageas job opportunities are listed on our official careers pages within. Communication will only come from verified Ageas email addresses and if you are unsure about the legitimacy of a job offer or communications you are receiving, please contact with the subject FRAUD .
Senior Procurement Manager - FM & Operations - C.London (hybrid) - Succession Planning - £95,000 - £100,000 + bonus + package Are you an experienced procurement leader with a passion for driving change and building high-performing teams? A prestigious professional services firm is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to join its expanding Procurement function and take a lead role in managing Facilities Management & Operations -the organisation's largest and most strategic category. About the Role As a Senior Procurement Manager , you'll be working alongside another senior leader and autonomously overseeing a team of category managers. This is not a "fix-it" job-it's a rare opportunity to build on a well-functioning procurement team and take it into its next phase of excellence. You'll be pivotal in implementing a newly designed strategic procurement roadmap and influencing supplier relationships to drive innovation, service excellence, and ESG value. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a team of procurement professionals (c.3 Category Managers), fostering a coaching-led, collaborative culture. Own the end-to-end procurement process for FM & Operations, focusing on high-impact strategic initiatives. Partner closely with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with the 2-year strategic procurement plan. Drive mutual value from supplier relationships by improving performance, enhancing ESG outcomes, and delivering service excellence. Support the build and rollout of new procurement processes and operational strategies. Champion on-time and in-full delivery across key procurement projects. What We're Looking For Proven experience leading and developing procurement teams-ideally in a matrixed or fast-paced environment. A strong track record in end-to-end procurement, preferably within FM & Operations or a similar complex category. Strategic mindset with the ability to influence and manage complex supplier negotiations. Exceptional stakeholder management and interpersonal skills-collaborative, empathetic, and able to challenge constructively. Passionate about driving continuous improvement, change, and innovation. Comfortable working in a mature, well-oiled team, with the confidence to lead the next wave of improvement and capability-building. Why Join? You'll be part of a forward-thinking, values-driven organisation undergoing a strategic transformation of its procurement function. With strong senior sponsorship and a clear roadmap, this is a chance to make a lasting impact while growing your leadership and strategic influence.
Jul 22, 2025
Full time
Senior Procurement Manager - FM & Operations - C.London (hybrid) - Succession Planning - £95,000 - £100,000 + bonus + package Are you an experienced procurement leader with a passion for driving change and building high-performing teams? A prestigious professional services firm is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to join its expanding Procurement function and take a lead role in managing Facilities Management & Operations -the organisation's largest and most strategic category. About the Role As a Senior Procurement Manager , you'll be working alongside another senior leader and autonomously overseeing a team of category managers. This is not a "fix-it" job-it's a rare opportunity to build on a well-functioning procurement team and take it into its next phase of excellence. You'll be pivotal in implementing a newly designed strategic procurement roadmap and influencing supplier relationships to drive innovation, service excellence, and ESG value. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a team of procurement professionals (c.3 Category Managers), fostering a coaching-led, collaborative culture. Own the end-to-end procurement process for FM & Operations, focusing on high-impact strategic initiatives. Partner closely with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with the 2-year strategic procurement plan. Drive mutual value from supplier relationships by improving performance, enhancing ESG outcomes, and delivering service excellence. Support the build and rollout of new procurement processes and operational strategies. Champion on-time and in-full delivery across key procurement projects. What We're Looking For Proven experience leading and developing procurement teams-ideally in a matrixed or fast-paced environment. A strong track record in end-to-end procurement, preferably within FM & Operations or a similar complex category. Strategic mindset with the ability to influence and manage complex supplier negotiations. Exceptional stakeholder management and interpersonal skills-collaborative, empathetic, and able to challenge constructively. Passionate about driving continuous improvement, change, and innovation. Comfortable working in a mature, well-oiled team, with the confidence to lead the next wave of improvement and capability-building. Why Join? You'll be part of a forward-thinking, values-driven organisation undergoing a strategic transformation of its procurement function. With strong senior sponsorship and a clear roadmap, this is a chance to make a lasting impact while growing your leadership and strategic influence.
PROCUREMENT CATEGORY MANAGER - INDIRECTS West Midlands 60,000 - 70,000+Car, Bonus An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and ambitious professional to join a leading organisation as a Procurement Category Manager - Indirects. The role will play a pivotal role in managing a significant 30m indirect category, encompassing key areas such as Marketing, Facilities Management, HR, Professional Services, and Travel. This role offers the chance to lead cross-functional teams and engage with senior stakeholders, all while driving strategic initiatives that deliver tangible results. Responsibilities Included - Own and manage the full tender process, presenting sourcing recommendations at an Executive level. - Support internal stakeholders with supplier relationship management, including governance of Quarterly Business Reviews. - Ensure savings are delivered through income generation, cost reduction, and cost avoidance initiatives. - Manage risks linked to purchasing activity by promoting compliance with group policies and legal requirements. - Develop category strategies through research and analysis to identify saving opportunities. Skills and Attributes - Proven experience in managing large value/complex procurement tenders. - Prior experience specifically in Marketing Procurement and sub-categories such as Media, Print or Direct mail - Strong presentation skills with the ability to engage confidently at a senior level. - Experience in managing cross-functional teams effectively. Benefits - Opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative team. - Competitive salary and benefits package. - Professional development and career advancement opportunities. - Engaging company culture that values inclusivity and collaboration. - Access to a diverse range of projects and categories. If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Category Manager - Indirects and make a significant impact within a forward-thinking organisation, please submit your CV Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Jul 22, 2025
Full time
PROCUREMENT CATEGORY MANAGER - INDIRECTS West Midlands 60,000 - 70,000+Car, Bonus An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and ambitious professional to join a leading organisation as a Procurement Category Manager - Indirects. The role will play a pivotal role in managing a significant 30m indirect category, encompassing key areas such as Marketing, Facilities Management, HR, Professional Services, and Travel. This role offers the chance to lead cross-functional teams and engage with senior stakeholders, all while driving strategic initiatives that deliver tangible results. Responsibilities Included - Own and manage the full tender process, presenting sourcing recommendations at an Executive level. - Support internal stakeholders with supplier relationship management, including governance of Quarterly Business Reviews. - Ensure savings are delivered through income generation, cost reduction, and cost avoidance initiatives. - Manage risks linked to purchasing activity by promoting compliance with group policies and legal requirements. - Develop category strategies through research and analysis to identify saving opportunities. Skills and Attributes - Proven experience in managing large value/complex procurement tenders. - Prior experience specifically in Marketing Procurement and sub-categories such as Media, Print or Direct mail - Strong presentation skills with the ability to engage confidently at a senior level. - Experience in managing cross-functional teams effectively. Benefits - Opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative team. - Competitive salary and benefits package. - Professional development and career advancement opportunities. - Engaging company culture that values inclusivity and collaboration. - Access to a diverse range of projects and categories. If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Category Manager - Indirects and make a significant impact within a forward-thinking organisation, please submit your CV Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Senior Buyer / Project Buyer (12 month+ FTC) A global health care organisation now has a need for a Senior / Project Buyer to join the Procurement Team. Applicants need project, or high-level operational purchasing experience, preferably from a manufacturing background. Job description Working closely with a team of Buyers and Category Managers, the Project Buyer will run project focused procurement activities mainly within the Facilities and Cap ex categories. The business is looking for an aspirational procurement professional, with outstanding stakeholder management skills. Specific duties of the Project Buyer include: Support project procurement and day-to-day operational purchasing tasks Develop supply chain relationships in conjunction with the Category Manager Stakeholder engagement with Project Managers Drive continuous improvement from the supplier base and deliver cost reductions Manage suppliers via KPIs Contribute to an atmosphere of change and process improvement Skills & Experience: Previous procurement experience within a project focused, engineering, pharmaceutical or manufacturing business Comfortable with a blend of operational, project and strategic procurement activities Experience with working with multiple internal stakeholders across Engineering and Project Management Familiarity with ERP or MRP Degree, CIPS or part-CIPS qualified is preferred Interested, please contact Graeme at Vibe Recruit on (phone number removed) or apply immediately Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jul 21, 2025
Contractor
Senior Buyer / Project Buyer (12 month+ FTC) A global health care organisation now has a need for a Senior / Project Buyer to join the Procurement Team. Applicants need project, or high-level operational purchasing experience, preferably from a manufacturing background. Job description Working closely with a team of Buyers and Category Managers, the Project Buyer will run project focused procurement activities mainly within the Facilities and Cap ex categories. The business is looking for an aspirational procurement professional, with outstanding stakeholder management skills. Specific duties of the Project Buyer include: Support project procurement and day-to-day operational purchasing tasks Develop supply chain relationships in conjunction with the Category Manager Stakeholder engagement with Project Managers Drive continuous improvement from the supplier base and deliver cost reductions Manage suppliers via KPIs Contribute to an atmosphere of change and process improvement Skills & Experience: Previous procurement experience within a project focused, engineering, pharmaceutical or manufacturing business Comfortable with a blend of operational, project and strategic procurement activities Experience with working with multiple internal stakeholders across Engineering and Project Management Familiarity with ERP or MRP Degree, CIPS or part-CIPS qualified is preferred Interested, please contact Graeme at Vibe Recruit on (phone number removed) or apply immediately Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Due to a period of growth, Acorn Insurance are looking to recruit a Purchase to Pay Manager. The purpose of the Purchase to pay team is to oversee the entire procurement to payment process from managing the purchasing of goods and services, negotiating contracts, overseeing vendor relationships and managing the Accounts Payable process. Reporting to the Head of Finance Operations, this role is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Accounts Payable, Claims Finance and Customer Refunds team Job Title: Purchase to Pay Manager Team: Finance Locations: Formby What you'll be doing: Manage the design, implementation and monitoring of purchase to pay strategies with a continuous improvement approach. Work with Acuity (and other systems providers) to identify areas for potential automation across the function. Implementation of an automated workflow within X3; starting with purchase invoice approval and moving towards a full purchase order process. Assist in defining and implementing procedures for vendor management, invoices, purchase orders, contracts, travel expenses, utility payment and other similar transactions. Liaise between suppliers and internal teams such as facilities, marketing, IT and sales, and customer services to ensure that policies and processes are followed and SLAs are achieved. Analyse and act on team statistical data outputs including spend by category and supplier; identifying trends and opportunities Produce accurate, meaningful and timely KPI / Management information to demonstrate the performance of the team and identify potential areas of risk or improvement. Ensure that invoice and payment coding is to the highest standard and in compliance with dimensions as set by the FP&A team so that our financial MI is correct at source. Identify and manage the controlled automation of existing processes and the creation of new more efficient processes to allow sustainable scaling of the team and the business. Assist in defining and implementing procedures for vendor management, invoices, purchase orders, contracts, travel expenses, utility payment and other similar transactions. What we're looking for: Knowledge of Purchase to Pay strategies and policies Demonstrable experience of managing high performing teams, leading within a senior role, in a purchase to pay function Proactive attitude to change management and process improvement An eagerness to take on new projects and make efficiencies Good knowledge of modern, professional accounting principles and practices Thorough knowledge of accounts payable accounting policies and procedures Basic tax principles and working knowledge of VAT Ability to multitask, working with priorities within deadlines Comfortable and competent with MS Office and Accounting systems. Advanced Excel skills essential and knowledge of Sage X3 desirable Why Join Us? Career progression into senior leadership or architecture Supportive environment with clear standards and plenty of opportunity to innovate About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover. At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day. The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays) Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay. Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as: 6 Free Counselling sessions per year Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7 Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor. Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues. A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet. Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period. Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice. Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary. Reward, Recognition and Culture: Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years' service A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers. Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers. Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Visit our website to view more of our excellent work benefits! All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. Whether it's modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
Jul 19, 2025
Full time
Due to a period of growth, Acorn Insurance are looking to recruit a Purchase to Pay Manager. The purpose of the Purchase to pay team is to oversee the entire procurement to payment process from managing the purchasing of goods and services, negotiating contracts, overseeing vendor relationships and managing the Accounts Payable process. Reporting to the Head of Finance Operations, this role is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Accounts Payable, Claims Finance and Customer Refunds team Job Title: Purchase to Pay Manager Team: Finance Locations: Formby What you'll be doing: Manage the design, implementation and monitoring of purchase to pay strategies with a continuous improvement approach. Work with Acuity (and other systems providers) to identify areas for potential automation across the function. Implementation of an automated workflow within X3; starting with purchase invoice approval and moving towards a full purchase order process. Assist in defining and implementing procedures for vendor management, invoices, purchase orders, contracts, travel expenses, utility payment and other similar transactions. Liaise between suppliers and internal teams such as facilities, marketing, IT and sales, and customer services to ensure that policies and processes are followed and SLAs are achieved. Analyse and act on team statistical data outputs including spend by category and supplier; identifying trends and opportunities Produce accurate, meaningful and timely KPI / Management information to demonstrate the performance of the team and identify potential areas of risk or improvement. Ensure that invoice and payment coding is to the highest standard and in compliance with dimensions as set by the FP&A team so that our financial MI is correct at source. Identify and manage the controlled automation of existing processes and the creation of new more efficient processes to allow sustainable scaling of the team and the business. Assist in defining and implementing procedures for vendor management, invoices, purchase orders, contracts, travel expenses, utility payment and other similar transactions. What we're looking for: Knowledge of Purchase to Pay strategies and policies Demonstrable experience of managing high performing teams, leading within a senior role, in a purchase to pay function Proactive attitude to change management and process improvement An eagerness to take on new projects and make efficiencies Good knowledge of modern, professional accounting principles and practices Thorough knowledge of accounts payable accounting policies and procedures Basic tax principles and working knowledge of VAT Ability to multitask, working with priorities within deadlines Comfortable and competent with MS Office and Accounting systems. Advanced Excel skills essential and knowledge of Sage X3 desirable Why Join Us? Career progression into senior leadership or architecture Supportive environment with clear standards and plenty of opportunity to innovate About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover. At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day. The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays) Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay. Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as: 6 Free Counselling sessions per year Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7 Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor. Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues. A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet. Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period. Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice. Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary. Reward, Recognition and Culture: Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years' service A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers. Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers. Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Visit our website to view more of our excellent work benefits! All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. Whether it's modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
This role focuses on managing Facilities Management (FM) and Professional Services (PS) categories within the procurement function, ensuring cost efficiency and value delivery. The successful candidate will work collaboratively to optimise supplier relationships and align procurement strategies with organisational goals. Client Details This not-for-profit organisation operates within the London area, supporting its mission through a well-structured procurement and supply chain department. As a medium-sized organisation, it is committed to excellence in its operations and delivering value across its services. The procurement team have been nationally recognized with awards for outstanding procurement and have a passion for development and growth. Description Develop and implement category strategies for FM and PS procurement areas. Lead supplier negotiations to achieve cost savings and service improvements. Conduct market analysis to identify trends and opportunities within the procurement landscape. Collaborate with stakeholders to align procurement activities with organisational needs. Monitor supplier performance and maintain effective supplier relationships. Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulations. Prepare reports and provide insights on category performance to senior management. Support continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function. Profile A successful FM & PS Category Manager should have: Proven expertise in managing FM and PS procurement categories. Strong analytical skills to identify cost-saving opportunities and market trends. Experience in supplier management and contract negotiation. Knowledge of procurement policies, regulations, and best practices. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. A relevant professional qualification or equivalent experience. Job Offer Competitive salary in the range of 53,863 to 60,060 per annum Generous pension scheme and holiday allowance. Access to a variety of staff schemes and benefits. Opportunities for professional growth and development within a not-for-profit organisation. Role based in London with a focus on meaningful work in the procurement and supply chain sector. If you are ready to contribute to a forward-thinking organisation and excel as an FM & PS Category Manager, we encourage you to apply today!
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
This role focuses on managing Facilities Management (FM) and Professional Services (PS) categories within the procurement function, ensuring cost efficiency and value delivery. The successful candidate will work collaboratively to optimise supplier relationships and align procurement strategies with organisational goals. Client Details This not-for-profit organisation operates within the London area, supporting its mission through a well-structured procurement and supply chain department. As a medium-sized organisation, it is committed to excellence in its operations and delivering value across its services. The procurement team have been nationally recognized with awards for outstanding procurement and have a passion for development and growth. Description Develop and implement category strategies for FM and PS procurement areas. Lead supplier negotiations to achieve cost savings and service improvements. Conduct market analysis to identify trends and opportunities within the procurement landscape. Collaborate with stakeholders to align procurement activities with organisational needs. Monitor supplier performance and maintain effective supplier relationships. Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulations. Prepare reports and provide insights on category performance to senior management. Support continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function. Profile A successful FM & PS Category Manager should have: Proven expertise in managing FM and PS procurement categories. Strong analytical skills to identify cost-saving opportunities and market trends. Experience in supplier management and contract negotiation. Knowledge of procurement policies, regulations, and best practices. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. A relevant professional qualification or equivalent experience. Job Offer Competitive salary in the range of 53,863 to 60,060 per annum Generous pension scheme and holiday allowance. Access to a variety of staff schemes and benefits. Opportunities for professional growth and development within a not-for-profit organisation. Role based in London with a focus on meaningful work in the procurement and supply chain sector. If you are ready to contribute to a forward-thinking organisation and excel as an FM & PS Category Manager, we encourage you to apply today!
Job Title : Strategic Sourcing Manager Contract Type: 12-month fixed term contract, Part Time, Full Time, Job Share option available Salary Range: £52,000 - £78,000 Depending on experience Location: Eastleigh - Hybrid Closing Date for applications: Friday 17th July 2025 Strategic Sourcing Manager: We're looking for an experienced Strategic Sourcing Manager tojoin our ambitious Procurement team on a 12-month contract. Reporting directlyto the Head of Procurement, you'll take a key role in shaping our sourcingstrategy, driving commercial outcomes, and building strong supplierrelationships across critical corporate service categories. As a Strategic Sourcing Manager, you'll lead strategicsourcing initiatives across Professional & Corporate Services, whichincludes spend categories such as HR, Customer Operations, FacilitiesManagement, Finance, Legal, and Consultancy. This role requires someone who iscommercially astute, highly proactive, and confident influencing seniorstakeholders. Main Responsibilities: Take ownership of complex, high-value sourcing initiatives from end to end-defining business needs, managing RfX processes, evaluating suppliers, and executing contract negotiations. Deliver commercial strategies that unlock value through cost savings, improved service quality, innovation, and operational efficiency. Lead multi-functional sourcing projects with a sense of urgency, ensuring timely outcomes that meet stakeholder expectations and compliance standards. Build strong relationships with internal teams to challenge conventional thinking and align procurement activities to business goals. Provide expert commercial and procurement guidance to stakeholders, ensuring all engagements align with internal policy and risk frameworks. Track procurement pipeline activities and maintain momentum with consistent communication, issue management, and stakeholder engagement. Stay abreast of market trends and innovations in your categories and bring forward-thinking insights to the business that add strategic advantage. Champion procurement excellence across the business through knowledge-sharing, coaching, and collaboration. Skills and experience: 5+ years' experience managing high-value, complex sourcing projects in professional or corporate services categories. Proven track record of commercial and contract negotiation outcomes with both incumbent and new suppliers. Exceptional analytical skills, a keen eye for commercial detail, and a clear understanding of how procurement adds measurable value. Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management capabilities-you influence with confidence, listen actively, and advise with authority. Strong strategic thinking paired with a hands-on approach-comfortable presenting to senior leaders and rolling up your sleeves when needed. An appetite for continuous learning, market awareness, and a collaborative mindset to drive real business impact. Confidence working in hybrid teams and managing sourcing pipelines with agility and accountability. Experience supporting and contributing to the development of category strategies that align with enterprise-wide goals. At Ageas we offer a wide range of benefits to support you and your family inside and outside of work, which helped us achieve, Top Employer status in the UK. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy at Ageas: Flexible Working- Smart employees flexibility around location (as long as it's within the UK) and, for many of our roles, flexibility within the working day to manage other commitments, such as school drop offs etc. We also offer all our vacancies part-time/job-shares. We also offer a minimum of 35 days holiday (inc. bank holidays) and you can buy and sell days. Supporting your Health- Dental InsuranceHealth Cash Plan, Health Screening, Will Writing, Voluntary Critical Illness, Mental Health First Aiders, Well Being Activities - Mindfulness. Supporting your Wealth- Annual Bonus Schemes, Annual Salary Reviews, Competitive Pension, Employee Savings, Employee Loans. Supporting you at Work- Well-being activities, mindfulness sessions, Sports and Social Club events and more. Supporting you and your Family- Maternity/pregnant parent/primary adopter entitlement of 16 weeks at full pay and paternity/non-pregnant parent/co-adopter at 8 weeks' full pay. Benefits for Them- Partner Life Assurance and Critical Illness cover. Get some Tech- Deals on various gadgets including Wearables, Tablets and Laptops. Getting around- Car Salary Exchange, Cycle Scheme, Vehicle Breakdown Cover. Supporting you back to work- Returnto work programme after maternity leave. About Ageas: We are one of the largest car and home insurers in the UK. Our People help Ageas to be a thriving, creative and innovative place to work. We show this in the service we provide to over four million customers. As an inclusive employer, we encourage anyone to apply. We're a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and Women in Finance Charter ,member of iCAN and GAIN .As a Disability Confident Leader ,we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive. That means if you are applying for a job with us, you will have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment experience.If the list does not cover the support you need, please contact our Recruitment Team to discuss how they can help. We also guarantee an interview for applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role. For more information, please see Ageas Everyone . We have a zero-tolerance approach towards any form of harassment during the recruitment process, ensuring that everyone is treated with respect and professionalism. Our aim is to have great people everywhere in our business and we're always looking for outstanding people to join us. Most roles across Ageas allow a proportion of your time to be spent working from home and we're open to discussing flexible working, including full-time, part-time or job share arrangements.To find out more about Ageas, see About Us . Want to be part of a Winning Team? Come and join Ageas. Click on the 'Apply button' to be considered. Important Notice - Recruitment Scam Alert: We are aware of fraudulent activity whereby individuals are being contacted with fake job offers claiming to be from Ageas, often for remote roles such as Administrative Assistants. These scams may include offers of high hourly pay and requests for upfront payments or deposits. Please be aware that Ageas will never ask for money at any stage of the recruitment process . Ageas will always ask you to make an application via our Company Websites and all legitimate Ageas job opportunities are listed on our official careers pages within. Communication will only come from verified Ageas email addresses and if you are unsure about the legitimacy of a job offer or communications you are receiving, please contact with the subject FRAUD .
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Job Title : Strategic Sourcing Manager Contract Type: 12-month fixed term contract, Part Time, Full Time, Job Share option available Salary Range: £52,000 - £78,000 Depending on experience Location: Eastleigh - Hybrid Closing Date for applications: Friday 17th July 2025 Strategic Sourcing Manager: We're looking for an experienced Strategic Sourcing Manager tojoin our ambitious Procurement team on a 12-month contract. Reporting directlyto the Head of Procurement, you'll take a key role in shaping our sourcingstrategy, driving commercial outcomes, and building strong supplierrelationships across critical corporate service categories. As a Strategic Sourcing Manager, you'll lead strategicsourcing initiatives across Professional & Corporate Services, whichincludes spend categories such as HR, Customer Operations, FacilitiesManagement, Finance, Legal, and Consultancy. This role requires someone who iscommercially astute, highly proactive, and confident influencing seniorstakeholders. Main Responsibilities: Take ownership of complex, high-value sourcing initiatives from end to end-defining business needs, managing RfX processes, evaluating suppliers, and executing contract negotiations. Deliver commercial strategies that unlock value through cost savings, improved service quality, innovation, and operational efficiency. Lead multi-functional sourcing projects with a sense of urgency, ensuring timely outcomes that meet stakeholder expectations and compliance standards. Build strong relationships with internal teams to challenge conventional thinking and align procurement activities to business goals. Provide expert commercial and procurement guidance to stakeholders, ensuring all engagements align with internal policy and risk frameworks. Track procurement pipeline activities and maintain momentum with consistent communication, issue management, and stakeholder engagement. Stay abreast of market trends and innovations in your categories and bring forward-thinking insights to the business that add strategic advantage. Champion procurement excellence across the business through knowledge-sharing, coaching, and collaboration. Skills and experience: 5+ years' experience managing high-value, complex sourcing projects in professional or corporate services categories. Proven track record of commercial and contract negotiation outcomes with both incumbent and new suppliers. Exceptional analytical skills, a keen eye for commercial detail, and a clear understanding of how procurement adds measurable value. Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management capabilities-you influence with confidence, listen actively, and advise with authority. Strong strategic thinking paired with a hands-on approach-comfortable presenting to senior leaders and rolling up your sleeves when needed. An appetite for continuous learning, market awareness, and a collaborative mindset to drive real business impact. Confidence working in hybrid teams and managing sourcing pipelines with agility and accountability. Experience supporting and contributing to the development of category strategies that align with enterprise-wide goals. At Ageas we offer a wide range of benefits to support you and your family inside and outside of work, which helped us achieve, Top Employer status in the UK. Here are some of the benefits you can enjoy at Ageas: Flexible Working- Smart employees flexibility around location (as long as it's within the UK) and, for many of our roles, flexibility within the working day to manage other commitments, such as school drop offs etc. We also offer all our vacancies part-time/job-shares. We also offer a minimum of 35 days holiday (inc. bank holidays) and you can buy and sell days. Supporting your Health- Dental InsuranceHealth Cash Plan, Health Screening, Will Writing, Voluntary Critical Illness, Mental Health First Aiders, Well Being Activities - Mindfulness. Supporting your Wealth- Annual Bonus Schemes, Annual Salary Reviews, Competitive Pension, Employee Savings, Employee Loans. Supporting you at Work- Well-being activities, mindfulness sessions, Sports and Social Club events and more. Supporting you and your Family- Maternity/pregnant parent/primary adopter entitlement of 16 weeks at full pay and paternity/non-pregnant parent/co-adopter at 8 weeks' full pay. Benefits for Them- Partner Life Assurance and Critical Illness cover. Get some Tech- Deals on various gadgets including Wearables, Tablets and Laptops. Getting around- Car Salary Exchange, Cycle Scheme, Vehicle Breakdown Cover. Supporting you back to work- Returnto work programme after maternity leave. About Ageas: We are one of the largest car and home insurers in the UK. Our People help Ageas to be a thriving, creative and innovative place to work. We show this in the service we provide to over four million customers. As an inclusive employer, we encourage anyone to apply. We're a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and Women in Finance Charter ,member of iCAN and GAIN .As a Disability Confident Leader ,we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive. That means if you are applying for a job with us, you will have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment experience.If the list does not cover the support you need, please contact our Recruitment Team to discuss how they can help. We also guarantee an interview for applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role. For more information, please see Ageas Everyone . We have a zero-tolerance approach towards any form of harassment during the recruitment process, ensuring that everyone is treated with respect and professionalism. Our aim is to have great people everywhere in our business and we're always looking for outstanding people to join us. Most roles across Ageas allow a proportion of your time to be spent working from home and we're open to discussing flexible working, including full-time, part-time or job share arrangements.To find out more about Ageas, see About Us . Want to be part of a Winning Team? Come and join Ageas. Click on the 'Apply button' to be considered. Important Notice - Recruitment Scam Alert: We are aware of fraudulent activity whereby individuals are being contacted with fake job offers claiming to be from Ageas, often for remote roles such as Administrative Assistants. These scams may include offers of high hourly pay and requests for upfront payments or deposits. Please be aware that Ageas will never ask for money at any stage of the recruitment process . Ageas will always ask you to make an application via our Company Websites and all legitimate Ageas job opportunities are listed on our official careers pages within. Communication will only come from verified Ageas email addresses and if you are unsure about the legitimacy of a job offer or communications you are receiving, please contact with the subject FRAUD .
Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Title: Senior Category Manager - Integrated Facility Management (IFM) Sourcing & Procurement Location: London, GB Date: May 9, 2025 About Chain IQ Chain IQ is an Independent Global Indirect Procurement company providing strategic, tactical, and operational procurement services. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland Chain IQ operates from 6 main centers and 14 offices worldwide. Our team of experts work to transform procurement within an organization utilizing our market knowledge and insights supported by innovative technology to drive procurement efficiencies. We apply the latest risk, sustainability, and social responsibility practicesto strengthen procurement resilience. Chain IQ's approach to ESG supports ethical operations, business standards and bio-diversity whilst minimizing environmental impact. About the Role: We are looking for an experienced Senior Category Manager to lead the sourcing and procurement strategy for Integrated Facility Management (IFM) services, including hard and soft FM, capital projects, and related indirect categories. This role will be key in managing supplier relationships, driving cost efficiencies, and delivering best-in-class FM service solutions across our UK and Switzerland portfolio. Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute category strategies for IFM services, encompassing hard services (e.g., maintenance, engineering), soft services (e.g., cleaning, security), and capital projects. Lead end-to-end sourcing activities: market analysis, supplier selection, negotiation, contracting, and supplier performance management. Collaborate with internal stakeholders including FM operations, finance, and property teams to align sourcing strategies with business goals. Manage supplier risk, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service quality and sustainability. Influence and engage senior stakeholders through clear communication and strategic insights. Mentor procurement and category teams, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. Utilize procurement technology and analytics to track savings and supplier performance. Qualifications: Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, category management, sales, or account management within Integrated Facility Management, Facilities Services, Real Estate, or related sectors, preferably with exposure to major FM providers or service integrators. Proven expertise in sourcing and managing contracts for hard and soft FM services and capital projects. Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship skills. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities, including engagement with senior leadership. Knowledge of the UK FM supply market is essential; European experience is advantageous. Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities. We are GreatPlaceToWorkcertifiedinSwitzerland,theUnitedStates,theUnitedKingdom,Singapore,Romania,PolandandChina. We proudly offer a first-class benefits package to all employees, so come and join Chain IQ and become part of an innovative, inspiring, and high-performing team of entrepreneurs, who are globally connected and locally anchored. Please let us know if you require any assistance during the recruitment process so that we can work with you to meet your needs. Furthermore, please be advised that if you submit an application to us for this position, your application and personal details will be processed in accordance with ourData Privacy Notice for Job Candidates. Important notice to Employment Businesses/Agencies: CHAIN IQ does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact our CHAIN IQ recruitment team to obtain prior written authorisation before referring any candidates. In the absence of such written authorisation being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of CHAIN IQ. CHAIN IQ shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Title: Senior Category Manager - Integrated Facility Management (IFM) Sourcing & Procurement Location: London, GB Date: May 9, 2025 About Chain IQ Chain IQ is an Independent Global Indirect Procurement company providing strategic, tactical, and operational procurement services. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland Chain IQ operates from 6 main centers and 14 offices worldwide. Our team of experts work to transform procurement within an organization utilizing our market knowledge and insights supported by innovative technology to drive procurement efficiencies. We apply the latest risk, sustainability, and social responsibility practicesto strengthen procurement resilience. Chain IQ's approach to ESG supports ethical operations, business standards and bio-diversity whilst minimizing environmental impact. About the Role: We are looking for an experienced Senior Category Manager to lead the sourcing and procurement strategy for Integrated Facility Management (IFM) services, including hard and soft FM, capital projects, and related indirect categories. This role will be key in managing supplier relationships, driving cost efficiencies, and delivering best-in-class FM service solutions across our UK and Switzerland portfolio. Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute category strategies for IFM services, encompassing hard services (e.g., maintenance, engineering), soft services (e.g., cleaning, security), and capital projects. Lead end-to-end sourcing activities: market analysis, supplier selection, negotiation, contracting, and supplier performance management. Collaborate with internal stakeholders including FM operations, finance, and property teams to align sourcing strategies with business goals. Manage supplier risk, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service quality and sustainability. Influence and engage senior stakeholders through clear communication and strategic insights. Mentor procurement and category teams, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. Utilize procurement technology and analytics to track savings and supplier performance. Qualifications: Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, category management, sales, or account management within Integrated Facility Management, Facilities Services, Real Estate, or related sectors, preferably with exposure to major FM providers or service integrators. Proven expertise in sourcing and managing contracts for hard and soft FM services and capital projects. Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship skills. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities, including engagement with senior leadership. Knowledge of the UK FM supply market is essential; European experience is advantageous. Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities. We are GreatPlaceToWorkcertifiedinSwitzerland,theUnitedStates,theUnitedKingdom,Singapore,Romania,PolandandChina. We proudly offer a first-class benefits package to all employees, so come and join Chain IQ and become part of an innovative, inspiring, and high-performing team of entrepreneurs, who are globally connected and locally anchored. Please let us know if you require any assistance during the recruitment process so that we can work with you to meet your needs. Furthermore, please be advised that if you submit an application to us for this position, your application and personal details will be processed in accordance with ourData Privacy Notice for Job Candidates. Important notice to Employment Businesses/Agencies: CHAIN IQ does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact our CHAIN IQ recruitment team to obtain prior written authorisation before referring any candidates. In the absence of such written authorisation being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of CHAIN IQ. CHAIN IQ shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Category Manager to come and join a busy client in the North West to lead and manage the procurement strategy for the Highways, Construction, and Facilities Management categories. You will be responsible for delivering value for money, ensuring compliance with procurement legislation, and contributing to the strategic goals of the organization through effective commercial and contractual solutions. The main duties of the experienced Category Manager are: Develop, implement, and manage category strategies across highways, construction, and facilities management, ensuring alignment with the organization's capital and operational priorities. Conduct category spend analysis, market intelligence, and risk assessments to drive informed procurement decisions and enhance commercial outcomes. Lead full lifecycle procurement processes including pre-market engagement, tendering, evaluation, contract award, and supplier onboarding. Manage complex, high-value procurements including frameworks, NEC3/NEC4 contracts, JCT contracts, and performance-based service contracts. Act as a commercial advisor to internal stakeholders, including project managers, engineers, estates teams, and senior leadership. Develop effective supplier engagement strategies and support contract managers in performance reviews and dispute resolution. Ensure all procurement activity is delivered in accordance with public procurement legislation (e.g. PCR 2015), internal governance, and audit requirements. Maintain accurate and timely records, reports, and documentation as part of transparent procurement practices. For a full description and further information on the role, please call Harriet Simmonds at Carrington West on . FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 40+ years' experience in this market. Please call Harriet at Carrington West on for more information. By applying for this position you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage you wish to withdraw your consent please email.
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Category Manager to come and join a busy client in the North West to lead and manage the procurement strategy for the Highways, Construction, and Facilities Management categories. You will be responsible for delivering value for money, ensuring compliance with procurement legislation, and contributing to the strategic goals of the organization through effective commercial and contractual solutions. The main duties of the experienced Category Manager are: Develop, implement, and manage category strategies across highways, construction, and facilities management, ensuring alignment with the organization's capital and operational priorities. Conduct category spend analysis, market intelligence, and risk assessments to drive informed procurement decisions and enhance commercial outcomes. Lead full lifecycle procurement processes including pre-market engagement, tendering, evaluation, contract award, and supplier onboarding. Manage complex, high-value procurements including frameworks, NEC3/NEC4 contracts, JCT contracts, and performance-based service contracts. Act as a commercial advisor to internal stakeholders, including project managers, engineers, estates teams, and senior leadership. Develop effective supplier engagement strategies and support contract managers in performance reviews and dispute resolution. Ensure all procurement activity is delivered in accordance with public procurement legislation (e.g. PCR 2015), internal governance, and audit requirements. Maintain accurate and timely records, reports, and documentation as part of transparent procurement practices. For a full description and further information on the role, please call Harriet Simmonds at Carrington West on . FOOTNOTE: If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the rate, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Traffic & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Our specialist team has a combined 40+ years' experience in this market. Please call Harriet at Carrington West on for more information. By applying for this position you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage you wish to withdraw your consent please email.
Up to £50,000 + £5500 Cash/Car Allowance + 10% Yearly Bonus We are currently recruiting for a Category Manager to join our Finance Team in Walsall. The ideal candidate will have a generalist background in Procurement and a real desire to learn. We are looking for someone who is pro-active, used to multi tasking and working on various projects at once. You will have real determination and a positive 'can do' attitude. Business partnering skills would be highly beneficial as you will be expected to build positiverelationships, influence people and manage stakeholders effectively. We work in a hybrid way, mostly remote with a requirement to travel into our Walsall office at least twice a week to work with the team. With that in mind you will be located within a convenient commute to Walsall. PURPOSE OF YOUR ROLE The role of the Category Manager will be to own and manage a c£30m Indirect category, consisting of 5 key areas: Marketing, Facilities Management, HR, Professional Services and Travel. Ability to manage full tender process' and present sourcing recommendations for approval at an Executive level by demonstrating expertise on the procurement process followed and by providing clear rationale to support decisions Support internal stakeholders with supplier relationship management of key contracts including: attendance/governance of Quarterly Business Reviews, review of supplier scorecards, performance reviews and risk assessments Liaising with Legal to ensure appropriate contractual terms are secured and risk is minimised across designated categories Ensure savings are delivered through income generation, cost reduction and cost avoidance initiatives Managing and reducing retrospective unapproved spend on a monthly basis Support the Director of Procurement in delivery of agreed objectives in line with the procurement strategy. Providing a commercial procurement category management function for multiple categories of this company's expenditure. This role does not have any direct line reports but does require the ability to lead cross functional teams. Engages employees by consistently role modelling company values and behaviours and proactively encouraging others to do the same. In line with our policy, responsible for ensuring that the principle of 'Treating Customers Fairly' is an intrinsic part of the organisation's culture by identifying, monitoring and managing any risks within the business. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES The role will be directly accountable to; Deliver specific savings and efficiency targets Initiate and lead projects to identify significant opportunities to reduce costs, reduce operational and commercial risks and increase value. Own the development of category strategies including research and analysis to identify category saving opportunities and develop strategic category plans . Represent Procurement within the businesses, engendering trust and confidence with business leaders Manage risks linked to purchasing activity by promoting compliance with agreed group policies, legal requirements, and by engendering professional ethics. Ensure appropriate vendor management is structured, to consistently improve defined performance criteria, in conjunction with business stakeholders. Ensure all areas within remit comply with all legal and statutory requirements applicable, including but not exclusively FCA legislation, data protection, health and safety and corporate governance. Ensure all staff within remit have the requisite skills, experience, qualifications, knowledge and competence to perform the roles assigned to them Manage all aspects of procurement within remit with due skill, care and diligence including effective controls, risk management and mitigation and delegation of activity to appropriate skilled and competent persons In addition, the role will provide HomeServe with specific expertise in the following areas; Market and Needs Analysis Tender preparation and analysis Negotiation Functional process and procedure optimization (e.g. e-procurement solutions) Contracting Continuous Improvement and Supplier Relationship Management About You KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Experience of managing large value/complex procurement tenders. Experience within a broad range of indirect categories. Experience presenting at a senior level with confidence. Experience of managing cross functional teams. MCIPS Marketing Procurement including subcategories such as: Media, Print or Direct Mail Change management Project management Process reengineering SPECIFIC REGULATORY KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES An understanding of FCA regulatory requirements Knowledge of H & S legislation and ability to apply this knowledge to ensure the business complies with legislation Basic up to date knowledge of Employment Legislation. Skilled to an intermediate level of Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Negotiation and Commercial Acumen Contracting Stakeholder Management Communication and Engagement Results Focused Strong influencer Demonstrable knowledge of the relevant supply markets and associated vendor bases, associated with the following spend categories, will be useful; Up to £50,000 + £5500 Cash/Car Allowance + 10% Yearly Bonus The salary is competitive and comes with £7000 cash/car allowance, 15% bonus, private medical
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Up to £50,000 + £5500 Cash/Car Allowance + 10% Yearly Bonus We are currently recruiting for a Category Manager to join our Finance Team in Walsall. The ideal candidate will have a generalist background in Procurement and a real desire to learn. We are looking for someone who is pro-active, used to multi tasking and working on various projects at once. You will have real determination and a positive 'can do' attitude. Business partnering skills would be highly beneficial as you will be expected to build positiverelationships, influence people and manage stakeholders effectively. We work in a hybrid way, mostly remote with a requirement to travel into our Walsall office at least twice a week to work with the team. With that in mind you will be located within a convenient commute to Walsall. PURPOSE OF YOUR ROLE The role of the Category Manager will be to own and manage a c£30m Indirect category, consisting of 5 key areas: Marketing, Facilities Management, HR, Professional Services and Travel. Ability to manage full tender process' and present sourcing recommendations for approval at an Executive level by demonstrating expertise on the procurement process followed and by providing clear rationale to support decisions Support internal stakeholders with supplier relationship management of key contracts including: attendance/governance of Quarterly Business Reviews, review of supplier scorecards, performance reviews and risk assessments Liaising with Legal to ensure appropriate contractual terms are secured and risk is minimised across designated categories Ensure savings are delivered through income generation, cost reduction and cost avoidance initiatives Managing and reducing retrospective unapproved spend on a monthly basis Support the Director of Procurement in delivery of agreed objectives in line with the procurement strategy. Providing a commercial procurement category management function for multiple categories of this company's expenditure. This role does not have any direct line reports but does require the ability to lead cross functional teams. Engages employees by consistently role modelling company values and behaviours and proactively encouraging others to do the same. In line with our policy, responsible for ensuring that the principle of 'Treating Customers Fairly' is an intrinsic part of the organisation's culture by identifying, monitoring and managing any risks within the business. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES The role will be directly accountable to; Deliver specific savings and efficiency targets Initiate and lead projects to identify significant opportunities to reduce costs, reduce operational and commercial risks and increase value. Own the development of category strategies including research and analysis to identify category saving opportunities and develop strategic category plans . Represent Procurement within the businesses, engendering trust and confidence with business leaders Manage risks linked to purchasing activity by promoting compliance with agreed group policies, legal requirements, and by engendering professional ethics. Ensure appropriate vendor management is structured, to consistently improve defined performance criteria, in conjunction with business stakeholders. Ensure all areas within remit comply with all legal and statutory requirements applicable, including but not exclusively FCA legislation, data protection, health and safety and corporate governance. Ensure all staff within remit have the requisite skills, experience, qualifications, knowledge and competence to perform the roles assigned to them Manage all aspects of procurement within remit with due skill, care and diligence including effective controls, risk management and mitigation and delegation of activity to appropriate skilled and competent persons In addition, the role will provide HomeServe with specific expertise in the following areas; Market and Needs Analysis Tender preparation and analysis Negotiation Functional process and procedure optimization (e.g. e-procurement solutions) Contracting Continuous Improvement and Supplier Relationship Management About You KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Experience of managing large value/complex procurement tenders. Experience within a broad range of indirect categories. Experience presenting at a senior level with confidence. Experience of managing cross functional teams. MCIPS Marketing Procurement including subcategories such as: Media, Print or Direct Mail Change management Project management Process reengineering SPECIFIC REGULATORY KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES An understanding of FCA regulatory requirements Knowledge of H & S legislation and ability to apply this knowledge to ensure the business complies with legislation Basic up to date knowledge of Employment Legislation. Skilled to an intermediate level of Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Negotiation and Commercial Acumen Contracting Stakeholder Management Communication and Engagement Results Focused Strong influencer Demonstrable knowledge of the relevant supply markets and associated vendor bases, associated with the following spend categories, will be useful; Up to £50,000 + £5500 Cash/Car Allowance + 10% Yearly Bonus The salary is competitive and comes with £7000 cash/car allowance, 15% bonus, private medical
KONGSBERG is a leading global technology group. Throughout our proud two hundred year history, we have continuously advanced, applying innovative solutions to the needs of our customers, partners and society at large. We believe diversity is our strength. By fostering an inclusive and diverse culture we nurture and ensure space for different perspectives and ideas. We work determined to mature and improve our ability to utilize our diversity and culture of differences to create positive business results. An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Commercial Marine business for the key role of Supplier Quality Engineer based at our Dalgety Bay site in Dunfermline. On site we manufacture stabiliser and steering gear systems for both commercial and naval customers as well as having the capability to service all commercial marine equipment in the UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering manufacturing engineering, quality and supplier development activities in the external supply chain in support of the Business objectives. This is to be achieved by ensuring the quality of the supplied product or service meets contractual and customer requirements through product verification, containment, problem resolution and improvement activities with the supplier. The role holder will also work closely with the Procurement / Quality Teams to drive continuous improvement within the organisation. Responsibilities Support suppliers in the development, implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes which are capable of meeting requirements for quality, cost, delivery and lead-time. Maintain and/or govern elements of the Technical Package of the product which clearly define the manufacturing process and control it effectively, culminating in product validation via the First Article Inspection process Work with interfacing teams (Engineering, Product Management, Site ME/Quality, etc) and suppliers to ensure technical requirements are understood and accounted for, specifically including Source and Method Change and New Product Introduction. Facilitate pre-production meetings with suppliers to ensure KM expectations are clear and fully understood. Facilitate technical problems / enquiries related to the product. Identify and share best practice; capture and utilise lessons learned Support site quality teams in the implementation and management of containment activities in the affected suppliers Manage supplier non-conformance ensuring robust problem resolution, including root cause and corrective action through 8D as appropriate Support site quality teams in the implementation and management of containment activities at the affected suppliers. Analyse supplier performance data to identify escalation requirements and improvement opportunities. Coordinate and drive Escalation process (Red Flag) as required Train and coach suppliers to improve aspects of their business performance eg Supplier Requirements compliance Provide monthly management reports on supplier performance and trends Support Category Managers and local Purchasing team with the supplier approval process Conduct supplier audits using the risk based approach in line with ISO9001, 14001, 45001 & ESG Approve new suppliers / Verify supplier compliance via suitable audit and process assessments (when within personal authorisation) Capture supplier rework costs and support the business to recover costs associated with supplier non-conformance Identify any manufacturing processes that may be in breach of relevant legal requirements (regulatory, HS&E, etc) & customer requirements Qualifications and experience Professionally Qualified Engineer for more than 5 years (Degree or other national equivalent) Major understanding of Manufacturing processes relevant to the business General awareness of Manufacturing Systems relevant to the business Knowledge of LEAN, Six Sigma philosophy and tools Knowledge of ISO9001, 14001 & 45001 Knowledge of Problem Solving Resolution tools and techniques (8D, root cause analysis, containment activities) Understanding of Manufacturing Engineering processes relevant to their role in the product lifecycle You are able to Act on own initiative, make things happen and accept responsibility for the results Comply to company rules and procedures and execute plans with commitment and determination Demonstrate specialist knowledge and expertise in own area Communicate in a clear, precise and structured way Co-operate well with others, share knowledge, experience, information and support others in the pursuit of team goals What we can offer An exciting and important position working for the world-leading supplier of maritime solutions An inspiring and safe work environment Professional development and career opportunities Competitive terms including attractive insurance policies and pension schemes Work location Point of contact Massoud Rohani, QHSE Manager Kongsberg Maritime is a technology pioneer, enabling a more sustainable future for our oceans. Our zero-emission integrated technologies advance the maritime industry and solve our customers' toughest problems. With unmatched competence, domain knowledge, innovation, and market reach, we are the trusted maritime partner. Headquartered in Kongsberg, Norway, the company has manufacturing, sales and service facilities in 35 countries. Our Propulsion and Handling division delivers world class products for propulsion, handling systems, motion control and waterjet for all marine industry sectors including merchant, offshore and naval. Our products enhance operational efficiency and deliver safe, secure, reliable and sustainable products to our valued customers. KONGSBERG is a leading global technology group. Throughout our proud two hundred year history, we have continuously advanced, applying innovative solutions to the needs of our customers, partners and society at large. We believe diversity is our strength. By fostering an inclusive and diverse culture we nurture and ensure space for different perspectives and ideas. We work determined to mature and improve our ability to utilize our diversity and culture of differences to create positive business results.
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
KONGSBERG is a leading global technology group. Throughout our proud two hundred year history, we have continuously advanced, applying innovative solutions to the needs of our customers, partners and society at large. We believe diversity is our strength. By fostering an inclusive and diverse culture we nurture and ensure space for different perspectives and ideas. We work determined to mature and improve our ability to utilize our diversity and culture of differences to create positive business results. An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Commercial Marine business for the key role of Supplier Quality Engineer based at our Dalgety Bay site in Dunfermline. On site we manufacture stabiliser and steering gear systems for both commercial and naval customers as well as having the capability to service all commercial marine equipment in the UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering manufacturing engineering, quality and supplier development activities in the external supply chain in support of the Business objectives. This is to be achieved by ensuring the quality of the supplied product or service meets contractual and customer requirements through product verification, containment, problem resolution and improvement activities with the supplier. The role holder will also work closely with the Procurement / Quality Teams to drive continuous improvement within the organisation. Responsibilities Support suppliers in the development, implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes which are capable of meeting requirements for quality, cost, delivery and lead-time. Maintain and/or govern elements of the Technical Package of the product which clearly define the manufacturing process and control it effectively, culminating in product validation via the First Article Inspection process Work with interfacing teams (Engineering, Product Management, Site ME/Quality, etc) and suppliers to ensure technical requirements are understood and accounted for, specifically including Source and Method Change and New Product Introduction. Facilitate pre-production meetings with suppliers to ensure KM expectations are clear and fully understood. Facilitate technical problems / enquiries related to the product. Identify and share best practice; capture and utilise lessons learned Support site quality teams in the implementation and management of containment activities in the affected suppliers Manage supplier non-conformance ensuring robust problem resolution, including root cause and corrective action through 8D as appropriate Support site quality teams in the implementation and management of containment activities at the affected suppliers. Analyse supplier performance data to identify escalation requirements and improvement opportunities. Coordinate and drive Escalation process (Red Flag) as required Train and coach suppliers to improve aspects of their business performance eg Supplier Requirements compliance Provide monthly management reports on supplier performance and trends Support Category Managers and local Purchasing team with the supplier approval process Conduct supplier audits using the risk based approach in line with ISO9001, 14001, 45001 & ESG Approve new suppliers / Verify supplier compliance via suitable audit and process assessments (when within personal authorisation) Capture supplier rework costs and support the business to recover costs associated with supplier non-conformance Identify any manufacturing processes that may be in breach of relevant legal requirements (regulatory, HS&E, etc) & customer requirements Qualifications and experience Professionally Qualified Engineer for more than 5 years (Degree or other national equivalent) Major understanding of Manufacturing processes relevant to the business General awareness of Manufacturing Systems relevant to the business Knowledge of LEAN, Six Sigma philosophy and tools Knowledge of ISO9001, 14001 & 45001 Knowledge of Problem Solving Resolution tools and techniques (8D, root cause analysis, containment activities) Understanding of Manufacturing Engineering processes relevant to their role in the product lifecycle You are able to Act on own initiative, make things happen and accept responsibility for the results Comply to company rules and procedures and execute plans with commitment and determination Demonstrate specialist knowledge and expertise in own area Communicate in a clear, precise and structured way Co-operate well with others, share knowledge, experience, information and support others in the pursuit of team goals What we can offer An exciting and important position working for the world-leading supplier of maritime solutions An inspiring and safe work environment Professional development and career opportunities Competitive terms including attractive insurance policies and pension schemes Work location Point of contact Massoud Rohani, QHSE Manager Kongsberg Maritime is a technology pioneer, enabling a more sustainable future for our oceans. Our zero-emission integrated technologies advance the maritime industry and solve our customers' toughest problems. With unmatched competence, domain knowledge, innovation, and market reach, we are the trusted maritime partner. Headquartered in Kongsberg, Norway, the company has manufacturing, sales and service facilities in 35 countries. Our Propulsion and Handling division delivers world class products for propulsion, handling systems, motion control and waterjet for all marine industry sectors including merchant, offshore and naval. Our products enhance operational efficiency and deliver safe, secure, reliable and sustainable products to our valued customers. KONGSBERG is a leading global technology group. Throughout our proud two hundred year history, we have continuously advanced, applying innovative solutions to the needs of our customers, partners and society at large. We believe diversity is our strength. By fostering an inclusive and diverse culture we nurture and ensure space for different perspectives and ideas. We work determined to mature and improve our ability to utilize our diversity and culture of differences to create positive business results.
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
Indirect Procurement Specialist - Not-For-Profit Charity - £35,000 - £43,000 + Package - London or Glasgow This Not-For-Profit Charity has been dedicated to improving human health and making significant progress in the fight against disease for over 80 years. To support this vital mission, the organization is enhancing its support functions through a procurement transformation initiative, aiming to develop a strategic Procurement & Supplier Management service for key business areas. Consequently, this has led to the creation of the Indirect Procurement Specialist position. As an Indirect Procurement Specialist, your responsibilities will include: Leading sourcing and contracting activities for goods and services across various indirect procurement categories such as Soft and Hard Facilities, Construction, Maintenance, Travel, Marketing, Events, and HR. Implementing best-practice procurement and supplier management procedures, strategies, and systems to maximize value and enhance performance. Collaborating with the Head of Procurement to drive the strategic procurement agenda, working proactively with budget holders to ensure efficient resource management. Managing the end-to-end tender process-from market and supplier analysis to contract award-in partnership with the Head of Facilities, Head of Building Operations, Finance, Legal, and Project Managers. Building effective supply chain relationships to leverage spend, reduce costs, mitigate risks, and add value. Championing continuous improvement and procurement best practices to foster a high-performance culture. Required qualifications & experience: 1-3 years of procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management experience, with a CV highlighting commercial achievements such as cost savings, risk mitigation, supplier performance improvements, and stakeholder engagement. Experience in indirect or direct procurement categories. Degree qualification preferred; CIPS studying professionals are also encouraged to apply, though not essential. To learn more and apply, please send your CV to or apply directly through this page.
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Indirect Procurement Specialist - Not-For-Profit Charity - £35,000 - £43,000 + Package - London or Glasgow This Not-For-Profit Charity has been dedicated to improving human health and making significant progress in the fight against disease for over 80 years. To support this vital mission, the organization is enhancing its support functions through a procurement transformation initiative, aiming to develop a strategic Procurement & Supplier Management service for key business areas. Consequently, this has led to the creation of the Indirect Procurement Specialist position. As an Indirect Procurement Specialist, your responsibilities will include: Leading sourcing and contracting activities for goods and services across various indirect procurement categories such as Soft and Hard Facilities, Construction, Maintenance, Travel, Marketing, Events, and HR. Implementing best-practice procurement and supplier management procedures, strategies, and systems to maximize value and enhance performance. Collaborating with the Head of Procurement to drive the strategic procurement agenda, working proactively with budget holders to ensure efficient resource management. Managing the end-to-end tender process-from market and supplier analysis to contract award-in partnership with the Head of Facilities, Head of Building Operations, Finance, Legal, and Project Managers. Building effective supply chain relationships to leverage spend, reduce costs, mitigate risks, and add value. Championing continuous improvement and procurement best practices to foster a high-performance culture. Required qualifications & experience: 1-3 years of procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management experience, with a CV highlighting commercial achievements such as cost savings, risk mitigation, supplier performance improvements, and stakeholder engagement. Experience in indirect or direct procurement categories. Degree qualification preferred; CIPS studying professionals are also encouraged to apply, though not essential. To learn more and apply, please send your CV to or apply directly through this page.
Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. What You'll Do As the Category Manager, you will bring world-class sophistication to our procurement activities on a consistent basis. Through deep analysis actively find opportunities, develop strategy and category plans that deliver significant value, implement and drive those through, guiding and managing stakeholders along the way Procure a full range of global Facilities and Capital Projects projects, including office fit-out catering, cleaning, reception, security and real estate brokerage Integrate and build relationships with stakeholders. Identify key buyers, collaborate with those to increase savings as well as the value we receive from our vendor base Be seen as a Trusted Advisor to the Global Real Estate team Ability to Influence senior stakeholders to deliver the best commercial and operational outcomes for BCG Build strong relationships with suppliers that deliver value across the whole life cycle of the procurement and supplier management process Prepare, issue, and manage RFx process; evaluate proposals; make recommendations using internal and external data sources Mitigating vendor related risk, and contribute in managing the category vendor base Establish effective communication channels, performance metrics and sharing of BCG best-practice within network Negotiate contracts/agreements within the parameters provided by internal Legal team Track and monitor spend, vendors and market development Increase spend under Procurement's management within category Support and provide input to the Center of Excellence in the implementation of purchasing processes, structures and supporting tools, to enable capture of savings and long-term development The Category Manager will report to the Category Leadership. This individual should expect to have a great deal of interaction with Regional and Global Leadership and people on all levels and functions within BCG. A certain amount of travel will also be part of the job. YOU'RE GOOD AT Strong Real Estate and or Facilities Procurement experience (5+ years minimum) A good understanding of building fit-out procurement & processes. Deep procurement expertise relationship building, sell-in capabilities and sensitivity to local requirements High level of self-motivation/drive, persistency, resourcefulness and a willingness to facilitate change Excellent analytical skills, and a high skill set in Excel and PowerPoint is considered a pre-requisite for the role Ability to independently resolve complex issues/problems, but seeks advice and counsel for decisions including key stakeholders where appropriate Strong influencing skills and ability to get stakeholder buy-in for initiatives and projects Used to working in an international environment with both internal clients as well as suppliers in all parts of the world Customer centric focus You need to have a pragmatic approach and an ability to work independently in identifying, analyzing, and acting on opportunities Able to translate large, complex issues/objectives into effective work plans to self/others Demonstrates advanced communication skills: oral, written and active listening What You'll Bring University degree or equivalent In-depth knowledge of all procurement phases from analysis to implemented contract At least 8 - 10 years of experience from blue chip global procurement experience processes with strong experience in developing and delivering category strategies A solid, and proven track record from preparing and executing RFx's, contract negotiations and reviews, and analysis within this category Demonstrates an understanding of business and procurement operations and an appreciation for how to prioritize among demands and balance the levers that make a complex business run smoothly and productively. Applies strong business skills and strong business judgment Who You'll Work With BCG spends $1.6B on goods and services across the firm globally. At its core, Procurement is accountable for ensuring that BCG is supplied with goods and services that meet business requirements, drive value and at best whole life cost to BCG. The functional procurement team at BCG is a healthy, yet nascent operating function that has generated material savings to BCG over the past 5 years. Over the past 2 years, we've embarked upon a procurement transformation to define and implement strategies, organization, systems and policies to create a sustainable operating model. This model should maximize value from our suppliers, mitigate risk and meet savings targets. BCG is a highly matrixed firm where purchasing decisions are often taken at the local level, therefore this transformation will need to be carried out with high levels of stakeholder engagement, alignment and collaboration. The BCG Global Procurement function is currently made up of more than 45 procurement professionals located in London, Stockholm, New Delhi, Boston and Munich. This Sourcing Manager position will be supporting our team with sourcing projects on a strategic and operational level. Scope of work will be global, regional as well as local, requiring procurement experience, relationship building, sell-in capabilities and sensitivity to local requirements. The individual taking on this challenge must possess a very high level of self-motivation/drive, persistency, resourcefulness and a willingness to facilitate change. Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. Click here for more information on E-Verify.
Jul 17, 2025
Full time
Who We Are Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. What You'll Do As the Category Manager, you will bring world-class sophistication to our procurement activities on a consistent basis. Through deep analysis actively find opportunities, develop strategy and category plans that deliver significant value, implement and drive those through, guiding and managing stakeholders along the way Procure a full range of global Facilities and Capital Projects projects, including office fit-out catering, cleaning, reception, security and real estate brokerage Integrate and build relationships with stakeholders. Identify key buyers, collaborate with those to increase savings as well as the value we receive from our vendor base Be seen as a Trusted Advisor to the Global Real Estate team Ability to Influence senior stakeholders to deliver the best commercial and operational outcomes for BCG Build strong relationships with suppliers that deliver value across the whole life cycle of the procurement and supplier management process Prepare, issue, and manage RFx process; evaluate proposals; make recommendations using internal and external data sources Mitigating vendor related risk, and contribute in managing the category vendor base Establish effective communication channels, performance metrics and sharing of BCG best-practice within network Negotiate contracts/agreements within the parameters provided by internal Legal team Track and monitor spend, vendors and market development Increase spend under Procurement's management within category Support and provide input to the Center of Excellence in the implementation of purchasing processes, structures and supporting tools, to enable capture of savings and long-term development The Category Manager will report to the Category Leadership. This individual should expect to have a great deal of interaction with Regional and Global Leadership and people on all levels and functions within BCG. A certain amount of travel will also be part of the job. YOU'RE GOOD AT Strong Real Estate and or Facilities Procurement experience (5+ years minimum) A good understanding of building fit-out procurement & processes. Deep procurement expertise relationship building, sell-in capabilities and sensitivity to local requirements High level of self-motivation/drive, persistency, resourcefulness and a willingness to facilitate change Excellent analytical skills, and a high skill set in Excel and PowerPoint is considered a pre-requisite for the role Ability to independently resolve complex issues/problems, but seeks advice and counsel for decisions including key stakeholders where appropriate Strong influencing skills and ability to get stakeholder buy-in for initiatives and projects Used to working in an international environment with both internal clients as well as suppliers in all parts of the world Customer centric focus You need to have a pragmatic approach and an ability to work independently in identifying, analyzing, and acting on opportunities Able to translate large, complex issues/objectives into effective work plans to self/others Demonstrates advanced communication skills: oral, written and active listening What You'll Bring University degree or equivalent In-depth knowledge of all procurement phases from analysis to implemented contract At least 8 - 10 years of experience from blue chip global procurement experience processes with strong experience in developing and delivering category strategies A solid, and proven track record from preparing and executing RFx's, contract negotiations and reviews, and analysis within this category Demonstrates an understanding of business and procurement operations and an appreciation for how to prioritize among demands and balance the levers that make a complex business run smoothly and productively. Applies strong business skills and strong business judgment Who You'll Work With BCG spends $1.6B on goods and services across the firm globally. At its core, Procurement is accountable for ensuring that BCG is supplied with goods and services that meet business requirements, drive value and at best whole life cost to BCG. The functional procurement team at BCG is a healthy, yet nascent operating function that has generated material savings to BCG over the past 5 years. Over the past 2 years, we've embarked upon a procurement transformation to define and implement strategies, organization, systems and policies to create a sustainable operating model. This model should maximize value from our suppliers, mitigate risk and meet savings targets. BCG is a highly matrixed firm where purchasing decisions are often taken at the local level, therefore this transformation will need to be carried out with high levels of stakeholder engagement, alignment and collaboration. The BCG Global Procurement function is currently made up of more than 45 procurement professionals located in London, Stockholm, New Delhi, Boston and Munich. This Sourcing Manager position will be supporting our team with sourcing projects on a strategic and operational level. Scope of work will be global, regional as well as local, requiring procurement experience, relationship building, sell-in capabilities and sensitivity to local requirements. The individual taking on this challenge must possess a very high level of self-motivation/drive, persistency, resourcefulness and a willingness to facilitate change. Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. Click here for more information on E-Verify.
University of Massachusetts Medical School
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Explore the Possibilities and Advance with Us. You can view all open jobs by clicking here or use the following search form to find jobs that suit your specific career interests. Sr Director, Advancement Administration Job Number: 8 Category: Advancement Location: Shrewsbury, MA Shift: Day Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Business Unit: UMass Chan Medical School Department: School - Adv-Executive Office - W400100 Job Type: Full-Time Salary Grade: 48 Union Code: Non Union Position -W60- Non Unit Professional Num. Openings: 1 Post Date: May 23, 2025 GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Advancement, the Senior Director of Advancement Administration & Finance serves as the lead administrative officer for a fast-paced, high-functioning Advancement department that raises $50 million annually from a variety of constituency groups. This position is a member of the senior management team in the Advancement Office and is responsible for leading administrative and financial operations, human resources, information technology, donor records, and gift entry. Working under the guidance of the Vice Chancellor for Advancement, this position oversees budget development, departmental financial planning and management, gift accounting and records, business analysis, compliance, personnel administration, procurement, and space and property management. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide direct financial oversight and administrative management of a 25-person Advancement Office within UMass Chan Medical School that raises at least $50 million annually from individuals, corporations, and foundations across the globe. Manage a team that includes an Associate Director, Manager-Gift Processing & Data Analysis, and a Database Analyst. Establish annual performance goals for staff and conduct regular performance evaluations. Serve as a member of the Advancement Senior Leadership Team. Work collaboratively to implement the vision and strategic plan/goals of the Advancement Office with various departments. Manage the implementation of a new Advancement CRM in collaboration with the Database Analyst and UMass Foundation. Develop and administer the budget for the Advancement Office. Manage all aspects of human resources, including onboarding, exit processes, recruitment, professional development, and performance evaluations. Liaise with UMass Chan HR and related organizations. Serve as liaison to UMass Chans Office of Financial Services and Grants and Contracts Administration. Interact regularly with the UMass Foundation and the UMass Presidents Office regarding trustee reporting, endowment, ad hoc reporting, and database/software management. Oversee procurement of office services, supplies, equipment, and property management, including contracts and inventories. Engage with university donors and friends, maintaining high standards of fiscal responsibility, data integrity, and customer service. Oversee facilities planning and utilization, ensuring resources support the advancement program. Manage gift processing and financial functions, establishing priorities, policies, and procedures. Ensure accuracy and timeliness of donor and gift records, complying with policies, IRS regulations, and industry standards. Participate in university task forces, advisory committees, and councils as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 10+ years of advancement or related experience, including management experience. Knowledge of non-profit fundraising, especially in complex environments like large medical or higher education organizations. Proven management skills, including supervision and delegation. Experience with budget management. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced setting. Experience with Advancement CRMs; Salesforce and Peoplesoft experience is a plus. Strong conceptual, problem-solving, attention to detail, and task completion skills. Ability to recruit, mentor, and develop staff. Understanding of confidentiality requirements. Ability to interact effectively with internal and external constituencies. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with sound judgment. Diplomatic negotiation skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently. Results-oriented team player. Flexibility to work some nights and weekends as needed. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams. UMass Chan Medical School was among 23 companies recognized as 2023 "DEI champions" by The Boston Globe. Named a U.S. News & World Report "2023 BEST MEDICAL GRAD SCHOOL" for Primary Care and Research.
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Explore the Possibilities and Advance with Us. You can view all open jobs by clicking here or use the following search form to find jobs that suit your specific career interests. Sr Director, Advancement Administration Job Number: 8 Category: Advancement Location: Shrewsbury, MA Shift: Day Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Business Unit: UMass Chan Medical School Department: School - Adv-Executive Office - W400100 Job Type: Full-Time Salary Grade: 48 Union Code: Non Union Position -W60- Non Unit Professional Num. Openings: 1 Post Date: May 23, 2025 GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: Reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Advancement, the Senior Director of Advancement Administration & Finance serves as the lead administrative officer for a fast-paced, high-functioning Advancement department that raises $50 million annually from a variety of constituency groups. This position is a member of the senior management team in the Advancement Office and is responsible for leading administrative and financial operations, human resources, information technology, donor records, and gift entry. Working under the guidance of the Vice Chancellor for Advancement, this position oversees budget development, departmental financial planning and management, gift accounting and records, business analysis, compliance, personnel administration, procurement, and space and property management. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide direct financial oversight and administrative management of a 25-person Advancement Office within UMass Chan Medical School that raises at least $50 million annually from individuals, corporations, and foundations across the globe. Manage a team that includes an Associate Director, Manager-Gift Processing & Data Analysis, and a Database Analyst. Establish annual performance goals for staff and conduct regular performance evaluations. Serve as a member of the Advancement Senior Leadership Team. Work collaboratively to implement the vision and strategic plan/goals of the Advancement Office with various departments. Manage the implementation of a new Advancement CRM in collaboration with the Database Analyst and UMass Foundation. Develop and administer the budget for the Advancement Office. Manage all aspects of human resources, including onboarding, exit processes, recruitment, professional development, and performance evaluations. Liaise with UMass Chan HR and related organizations. Serve as liaison to UMass Chans Office of Financial Services and Grants and Contracts Administration. Interact regularly with the UMass Foundation and the UMass Presidents Office regarding trustee reporting, endowment, ad hoc reporting, and database/software management. Oversee procurement of office services, supplies, equipment, and property management, including contracts and inventories. Engage with university donors and friends, maintaining high standards of fiscal responsibility, data integrity, and customer service. Oversee facilities planning and utilization, ensuring resources support the advancement program. Manage gift processing and financial functions, establishing priorities, policies, and procedures. Ensure accuracy and timeliness of donor and gift records, complying with policies, IRS regulations, and industry standards. Participate in university task forces, advisory committees, and councils as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 10+ years of advancement or related experience, including management experience. Knowledge of non-profit fundraising, especially in complex environments like large medical or higher education organizations. Proven management skills, including supervision and delegation. Experience with budget management. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced setting. Experience with Advancement CRMs; Salesforce and Peoplesoft experience is a plus. Strong conceptual, problem-solving, attention to detail, and task completion skills. Ability to recruit, mentor, and develop staff. Understanding of confidentiality requirements. Ability to interact effectively with internal and external constituencies. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with sound judgment. Diplomatic negotiation skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently. Results-oriented team player. Flexibility to work some nights and weekends as needed. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams. UMass Chan Medical School was among 23 companies recognized as 2023 "DEI champions" by The Boston Globe. Named a U.S. News & World Report "2023 BEST MEDICAL GRAD SCHOOL" for Primary Care and Research.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons At BDO, the Procurement function forms part of the wider Finance Department. The mission of Procurement is to support the business in the procurement of goods and services through a streamlined process that delivers best value to BDO from the goods and services procured. Procurement strategically work to help the business to establish, maintain, monitor and evaluate vendor relationships in order to reduce risks, increase vendor performance, drive greater levels of innovation and help to deliver competitive advantages to BDO. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The IT Category Manager role will play an integral role in driving the strategic direction aligned with the Head of Procurement's strategy, mission and vision. This role will manage the procurement activities for, and working alongside, business stakeholders in the 4 streams (Audit, Tax, Deals, Consulting & Risk) and PMD areas such as IT, HR, Finance, Property & Facilities Management, Marketing and Quality & Risk. In this role you'll: Be the strategic sourcing lead for all IT and Technology requirements at BDO e.g. Software, Hardware and Professional Services subcategories: including but not limited to Licensing, Application Development and Maintenance, Cloud, Data Centres, Servers, Storage etc. Working with the wider BDO procurement team to help triage SaaS purchases efficiently and ensuring compliance of negotiated agreements to established vendor management/procurement policies and practices (such as articulation of service levels and deliverables, etc). Support the Head of Procurement in achieving the Procurement 2028 vision and annual department objectives, alongside savings targets (cost, time, process and efficiency). Collaborate with business stakeholders to create and manage the ongoing relevant Category plan(s) and ensure it is a 'living document'. Build an effective, business focused and surgical engagement strategy for our key stakeholders with a 'one procurement' approach. Working with the wider BDO procurement team in the cost-effectiveness of negotiations with market leading suppliers and ensuring compliance of negotiated agreements to established vendor management policies (such as articulation of service levels and deliverables, etc). Responsible for maintaining the list of category vendors, the master data held on them (contractual and commercial) and supporting for the rollout out POs to our strategic suppliers. You'll be someone with: Proven experience in Category management across a range of categories - with some understanding of IT & Technology procurement and vendors e.g. SaaS. An excellent understanding of procurement processes and contractual elements such as SLAs. Good understanding of contractual, commercial and operational working relationships with vendors to ensure effective delivery of committed products, services and solutions. Very good knowledge of contract management and negotiation. Good understanding of the vendor life cycle (sourcing, procurement, vendor management), and how internal roles interact and operate throughout the duration of vendor engagements Exceptional leadership skills and presence with the ability to develop and present and/or communicate the Procurement vision and goals, acting as a source of knowledge and guidance You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons At BDO, the Procurement function forms part of the wider Finance Department. The mission of Procurement is to support the business in the procurement of goods and services through a streamlined process that delivers best value to BDO from the goods and services procured. Procurement strategically work to help the business to establish, maintain, monitor and evaluate vendor relationships in order to reduce risks, increase vendor performance, drive greater levels of innovation and help to deliver competitive advantages to BDO. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The IT Category Manager role will play an integral role in driving the strategic direction aligned with the Head of Procurement's strategy, mission and vision. This role will manage the procurement activities for, and working alongside, business stakeholders in the 4 streams (Audit, Tax, Deals, Consulting & Risk) and PMD areas such as IT, HR, Finance, Property & Facilities Management, Marketing and Quality & Risk. In this role you'll: Be the strategic sourcing lead for all IT and Technology requirements at BDO e.g. Software, Hardware and Professional Services subcategories: including but not limited to Licensing, Application Development and Maintenance, Cloud, Data Centres, Servers, Storage etc. Working with the wider BDO procurement team to help triage SaaS purchases efficiently and ensuring compliance of negotiated agreements to established vendor management/procurement policies and practices (such as articulation of service levels and deliverables, etc). Support the Head of Procurement in achieving the Procurement 2028 vision and annual department objectives, alongside savings targets (cost, time, process and efficiency). Collaborate with business stakeholders to create and manage the ongoing relevant Category plan(s) and ensure it is a 'living document'. Build an effective, business focused and surgical engagement strategy for our key stakeholders with a 'one procurement' approach. Working with the wider BDO procurement team in the cost-effectiveness of negotiations with market leading suppliers and ensuring compliance of negotiated agreements to established vendor management policies (such as articulation of service levels and deliverables, etc). Responsible for maintaining the list of category vendors, the master data held on them (contractual and commercial) and supporting for the rollout out POs to our strategic suppliers. You'll be someone with: Proven experience in Category management across a range of categories - with some understanding of IT & Technology procurement and vendors e.g. SaaS. An excellent understanding of procurement processes and contractual elements such as SLAs. Good understanding of contractual, commercial and operational working relationships with vendors to ensure effective delivery of committed products, services and solutions. Very good knowledge of contract management and negotiation. Good understanding of the vendor life cycle (sourcing, procurement, vendor management), and how internal roles interact and operate throughout the duration of vendor engagements Exceptional leadership skills and presence with the ability to develop and present and/or communicate the Procurement vision and goals, acting as a source of knowledge and guidance You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons At BDO, the Procurement function forms part of the wider Finance Department. The mission of Procurement is to support the business in the procurement of goods and services through a streamlined process that delivers best value to BDO from the goods and services procured. Procurement strategically work to help the business to establish, maintain, monitor and evaluate vendor relationships in order to reduce risks, increase vendor performance, drive greater levels of innovation and help to deliver competitive advantages to BDO. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The IT Category Manager role will play an integral role in driving the strategic direction aligned with the Head of Procurement's strategy, mission and vision. This role will manage the procurement activities for, and working alongside, business stakeholders in the 4 streams (Audit, Tax, Deals, Consulting & Risk) and PMD areas such as IT, HR, Finance, Property & Facilities Management, Marketing and Quality & Risk. In this role you'll: Be the strategic sourcing lead for all IT and Technology requirements at BDO e.g. Software, Hardware and Professional Services subcategories: including but not limited to Licensing, Application Development and Maintenance, Cloud, Data Centres, Servers, Storage etc. Working with the wider BDO procurement team to help triage SaaS purchases efficiently and ensuring compliance of negotiated agreements to established vendor management/procurement policies and practices (such as articulation of service levels and deliverables, etc). Support the Head of Procurement in achieving the Procurement 2028 vision and annual department objectives, alongside savings targets (cost, time, process and efficiency). Collaborate with business stakeholders to create and manage the ongoing relevant Category plan(s) and ensure it is a 'living document'. Build an effective, business focused and surgical engagement strategy for our key stakeholders with a 'one procurement' approach. Working with the wider BDO procurement team in the cost-effectiveness of negotiations with market leading suppliers and ensuring compliance of negotiated agreements to established vendor management policies (such as articulation of service levels and deliverables, etc). Responsible for maintaining the list of category vendors, the master data held on them (contractual and commercial) and supporting for the rollout out POs to our strategic suppliers. You'll be someone with: Proven experience in Category management across a range of categories - with some understanding of IT & Technology procurement and vendors e.g. SaaS. An excellent understanding of procurement processes and contractual elements such as SLAs. Good understanding of contractual, commercial and operational working relationships with vendors to ensure effective delivery of committed products, services and solutions. Very good knowledge of contract management and negotiation. Good understanding of the vendor life cycle (sourcing, procurement, vendor management), and how internal roles interact and operate throughout the duration of vendor engagements Exceptional leadership skills and presence with the ability to develop and present and/or communicate the Procurement vision and goals, acting as a source of knowledge and guidance You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons At BDO, the Procurement function forms part of the wider Finance Department. The mission of Procurement is to support the business in the procurement of goods and services through a streamlined process that delivers best value to BDO from the goods and services procured. Procurement strategically work to help the business to establish, maintain, monitor and evaluate vendor relationships in order to reduce risks, increase vendor performance, drive greater levels of innovation and help to deliver competitive advantages to BDO. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The IT Category Manager role will play an integral role in driving the strategic direction aligned with the Head of Procurement's strategy, mission and vision. This role will manage the procurement activities for, and working alongside, business stakeholders in the 4 streams (Audit, Tax, Deals, Consulting & Risk) and PMD areas such as IT, HR, Finance, Property & Facilities Management, Marketing and Quality & Risk. In this role you'll: Be the strategic sourcing lead for all IT and Technology requirements at BDO e.g. Software, Hardware and Professional Services subcategories: including but not limited to Licensing, Application Development and Maintenance, Cloud, Data Centres, Servers, Storage etc. Working with the wider BDO procurement team to help triage SaaS purchases efficiently and ensuring compliance of negotiated agreements to established vendor management/procurement policies and practices (such as articulation of service levels and deliverables, etc). Support the Head of Procurement in achieving the Procurement 2028 vision and annual department objectives, alongside savings targets (cost, time, process and efficiency). Collaborate with business stakeholders to create and manage the ongoing relevant Category plan(s) and ensure it is a 'living document'. Build an effective, business focused and surgical engagement strategy for our key stakeholders with a 'one procurement' approach. Working with the wider BDO procurement team in the cost-effectiveness of negotiations with market leading suppliers and ensuring compliance of negotiated agreements to established vendor management policies (such as articulation of service levels and deliverables, etc). Responsible for maintaining the list of category vendors, the master data held on them (contractual and commercial) and supporting for the rollout out POs to our strategic suppliers. You'll be someone with: Proven experience in Category management across a range of categories - with some understanding of IT & Technology procurement and vendors e.g. SaaS. An excellent understanding of procurement processes and contractual elements such as SLAs. Good understanding of contractual, commercial and operational working relationships with vendors to ensure effective delivery of committed products, services and solutions. Very good knowledge of contract management and negotiation. Good understanding of the vendor life cycle (sourcing, procurement, vendor management), and how internal roles interact and operate throughout the duration of vendor engagements Exceptional leadership skills and presence with the ability to develop and present and/or communicate the Procurement vision and goals, acting as a source of knowledge and guidance You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons At BDO, the Procurement function forms part of the wider Finance Department. The mission of Procurement is to support the business in the procurement of goods and services through a streamlined process that delivers best value to BDO from the goods and services procured. Procurement strategically work to help the business to establish, maintain, monitor and evaluate vendor relationships in order to reduce risks, increase vendor performance, drive greater levels of innovation and help to deliver competitive advantages to BDO. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The IT Category Manager role will play an integral role in driving the strategic direction aligned with the Head of Procurement's strategy, mission and vision. This role will manage the procurement activities for, and working alongside, business stakeholders in the 4 streams (Audit, Tax, Deals, Consulting & Risk) and PMD areas such as IT, HR, Finance, Property & Facilities Management, Marketing and Quality & Risk. In this role you'll: Be the strategic sourcing lead for all IT and Technology requirements at BDO e.g. Software, Hardware and Professional Services subcategories: including but not limited to Licensing, Application Development and Maintenance, Cloud, Data Centres, Servers, Storage etc. Working with the wider BDO procurement team to help triage SaaS purchases efficiently and ensuring compliance of negotiated agreements to established vendor management/procurement policies and practices (such as articulation of service levels and deliverables, etc). Support the Head of Procurement in achieving the Procurement 2028 vision and annual department objectives, alongside savings targets (cost, time, process and efficiency). Collaborate with business stakeholders to create and manage the ongoing relevant Category plan(s) and ensure it is a 'living document'. Build an effective, business focused and surgical engagement strategy for our key stakeholders with a 'one procurement' approach. Working with the wider BDO procurement team in the cost-effectiveness of negotiations with market leading suppliers and ensuring compliance of negotiated agreements to established vendor management policies (such as articulation of service levels and deliverables, etc). Responsible for maintaining the list of category vendors, the master data held on them (contractual and commercial) and supporting for the rollout out POs to our strategic suppliers. You'll be someone with: Proven experience in Category management across a range of categories - with some understanding of IT & Technology procurement and vendors e.g. SaaS. An excellent understanding of procurement processes and contractual elements such as SLAs. Good understanding of contractual, commercial and operational working relationships with vendors to ensure effective delivery of committed products, services and solutions. Very good knowledge of contract management and negotiation. Good understanding of the vendor life cycle (sourcing, procurement, vendor management), and how internal roles interact and operate throughout the duration of vendor engagements Exceptional leadership skills and presence with the ability to develop and present and/or communicate the Procurement vision and goals, acting as a source of knowledge and guidance You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Jul 16, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons At BDO, the Procurement function forms part of the wider Finance Department. The mission of Procurement is to support the business in the procurement of goods and services through a streamlined process that delivers best value to BDO from the goods and services procured. Procurement strategically work to help the business to establish, maintain, monitor and evaluate vendor relationships in order to reduce risks, increase vendor performance, drive greater levels of innovation and help to deliver competitive advantages to BDO. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. The IT Category Manager role will play an integral role in driving the strategic direction aligned with the Head of Procurement's strategy, mission and vision. This role will manage the procurement activities for, and working alongside, business stakeholders in the 4 streams (Audit, Tax, Deals, Consulting & Risk) and PMD areas such as IT, HR, Finance, Property & Facilities Management, Marketing and Quality & Risk. In this role you'll: Be the strategic sourcing lead for all IT and Technology requirements at BDO e.g. Software, Hardware and Professional Services subcategories: including but not limited to Licensing, Application Development and Maintenance, Cloud, Data Centres, Servers, Storage etc. Working with the wider BDO procurement team to help triage SaaS purchases efficiently and ensuring compliance of negotiated agreements to established vendor management/procurement policies and practices (such as articulation of service levels and deliverables, etc). Support the Head of Procurement in achieving the Procurement 2028 vision and annual department objectives, alongside savings targets (cost, time, process and efficiency). Collaborate with business stakeholders to create and manage the ongoing relevant Category plan(s) and ensure it is a 'living document'. Build an effective, business focused and surgical engagement strategy for our key stakeholders with a 'one procurement' approach. Working with the wider BDO procurement team in the cost-effectiveness of negotiations with market leading suppliers and ensuring compliance of negotiated agreements to established vendor management policies (such as articulation of service levels and deliverables, etc). Responsible for maintaining the list of category vendors, the master data held on them (contractual and commercial) and supporting for the rollout out POs to our strategic suppliers. You'll be someone with: Proven experience in Category management across a range of categories - with some understanding of IT & Technology procurement and vendors e.g. SaaS. An excellent understanding of procurement processes and contractual elements such as SLAs. Good understanding of contractual, commercial and operational working relationships with vendors to ensure effective delivery of committed products, services and solutions. Very good knowledge of contract management and negotiation. Good understanding of the vendor life cycle (sourcing, procurement, vendor management), and how internal roles interact and operate throughout the duration of vendor engagements Exceptional leadership skills and presence with the ability to develop and present and/or communicate the Procurement vision and goals, acting as a source of knowledge and guidance You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
At Hastings Direct, storing your data securely is very important to us. Please see our Data Protection Statement and Job Application Terms & Conditions here for details on how your information will be stored. Procurement Category Manager - Home Claims page is loaded Procurement Category Manager - Home Claims Apply locations Leicester / Hybrid Bexhill / Hybrid London / Hybrid time type Full time posted on Posted 6 Days Ago job requisition id Job Title: Procurement Category Manager - Home Claims Location: Leicester, London or Bexhill (Hybrid) Welcome to Hastings Direct - Pam Angel - HR Director We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We've made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We're proud of the journey we're on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues. We provide insurance for over three million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you're now reading this job advert means we've tempted you to find out more about - we really hope you like what you see, and you'll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead. We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you're excited about joining us and think you have some of what we're looking for, even if you're not 100% sure we would love to hear from you. Role overview As our Procurement Category Manager, you'll be working across our Home Claims category to deliver procurement projects, manage contract risk, governance adherence and drive innovation and improved value from suppliers. You'll also develop and deliver ambitious category plans, taking a highly proactive approach to identifying and prioritising opportunities, driving business engagement and researching latest developments, key players, innovations and opportunities. The Home Claims category includes building repair, flood damage, content validations and a range of other services combining both technology and third-party professional service agreements. Job details - you'll need to have demonstrable experience in: Creating and delivering against ambitious Category plans, identifying opportunities to deliver savings, increase value, improve service outcomes and managing risk, whilst working in partnership with key stakeholders Running procurement activities end to end (tender/auction, negotiation, due diligence contract drafting and negotiation, through to completion, and liaising with legal to support stakeholders in a smooth contracting process, with key clauses and outcomes clearly understood Building strong partnerships with key stakeholders in the business, ensuring early engagement, making the process easy for them, with clear inputs, deliverables and acceptable turnaround times for completion of procurement activity Onboarding, implementing and negotiating best commercial outcomes with suppliers, balancing cost with service level, risk, tenure and alignment of long- and short-term organisational goals and ensuring a clear implementation plan is in place and tracking benefits were delivered Working in partnership with suppliers and supplier managers in the business to identify future opportunities to drive cost reduction, efficiency, drive transformational innovation or improve commercial outcomes Providing transformational leadership and development of direct reports, setting and managing delivery against stretching objectives Essential skills/experience: Significant relevant experience in a Category Management role Skilled negotiator with exceptional commercial mindset - able to showcase previous experience of being able to understand complex commercial issues and driving negotiations to conclusion in a timely manner with attention to detail Strong communication, presentation and influencing skills, with demonstrable experience of being able to manage multiple projects to conclusion in an effective manner The interview process Our interview process involves the below: Recruiter screening call 1st stage interview with hiring leader 2nd interview with hiring leaders & director level leader As a Disability Confident employer, we're committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive - what this means to you is if you're applying for a job with us, you'll have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment journey. We also welcome applications through the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS).For more information on the DCS, please visit our inclusive business page on our careers website. Regrettably we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Benefits: in addition to a competitive salary and £5k car allowance you will also receive Flexible working - we champion a flexible hybrid working approach - please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail Competitive bonus scheme - all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus Physical wellbeing - as a Band 4 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI). This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen Financial wellbeing - as well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover, income protection at no extra cost, and matched pension contributions up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an award winning package which includes - discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support Mental wellbeing programme - we have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs There's more! - 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more . Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need. Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we'll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve. At Hastings Direct, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all. Job posting end date: About Us Hastings Direct is a fast growing, agile, digitally focused general insurance provider of products and services to over 2.8 million customers in the UK, employing over 3,400 colleagues. Our vision - to be the best and biggest digital insurance provider in the market. It's our attitude and the way we run our business that makes us different. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. It's a dynamic, flexible, fun and constantly changing environment. You'll enjoy the scope to make a real difference for our customers, influence our company, benefit the communities we work in and have fun along the way. Learn more about If you enjoyed the video and would like to learn more about , check out our colleague stories
Jul 09, 2025
Full time
At Hastings Direct, storing your data securely is very important to us. Please see our Data Protection Statement and Job Application Terms & Conditions here for details on how your information will be stored. Procurement Category Manager - Home Claims page is loaded Procurement Category Manager - Home Claims Apply locations Leicester / Hybrid Bexhill / Hybrid London / Hybrid time type Full time posted on Posted 6 Days Ago job requisition id Job Title: Procurement Category Manager - Home Claims Location: Leicester, London or Bexhill (Hybrid) Welcome to Hastings Direct - Pam Angel - HR Director We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We've made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We're proud of the journey we're on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues. We provide insurance for over three million customers, but we know there's even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you're now reading this job advert means we've tempted you to find out more about - we really hope you like what you see, and you'll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead. We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you're excited about joining us and think you have some of what we're looking for, even if you're not 100% sure we would love to hear from you. Role overview As our Procurement Category Manager, you'll be working across our Home Claims category to deliver procurement projects, manage contract risk, governance adherence and drive innovation and improved value from suppliers. You'll also develop and deliver ambitious category plans, taking a highly proactive approach to identifying and prioritising opportunities, driving business engagement and researching latest developments, key players, innovations and opportunities. The Home Claims category includes building repair, flood damage, content validations and a range of other services combining both technology and third-party professional service agreements. Job details - you'll need to have demonstrable experience in: Creating and delivering against ambitious Category plans, identifying opportunities to deliver savings, increase value, improve service outcomes and managing risk, whilst working in partnership with key stakeholders Running procurement activities end to end (tender/auction, negotiation, due diligence contract drafting and negotiation, through to completion, and liaising with legal to support stakeholders in a smooth contracting process, with key clauses and outcomes clearly understood Building strong partnerships with key stakeholders in the business, ensuring early engagement, making the process easy for them, with clear inputs, deliverables and acceptable turnaround times for completion of procurement activity Onboarding, implementing and negotiating best commercial outcomes with suppliers, balancing cost with service level, risk, tenure and alignment of long- and short-term organisational goals and ensuring a clear implementation plan is in place and tracking benefits were delivered Working in partnership with suppliers and supplier managers in the business to identify future opportunities to drive cost reduction, efficiency, drive transformational innovation or improve commercial outcomes Providing transformational leadership and development of direct reports, setting and managing delivery against stretching objectives Essential skills/experience: Significant relevant experience in a Category Management role Skilled negotiator with exceptional commercial mindset - able to showcase previous experience of being able to understand complex commercial issues and driving negotiations to conclusion in a timely manner with attention to detail Strong communication, presentation and influencing skills, with demonstrable experience of being able to manage multiple projects to conclusion in an effective manner The interview process Our interview process involves the below: Recruiter screening call 1st stage interview with hiring leader 2nd interview with hiring leaders & director level leader As a Disability Confident employer, we're committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive - what this means to you is if you're applying for a job with us, you'll have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment journey. We also welcome applications through the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS).For more information on the DCS, please visit our inclusive business page on our careers website. Regrettably we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Benefits: in addition to a competitive salary and £5k car allowance you will also receive Flexible working - we champion a flexible hybrid working approach - please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail Competitive bonus scheme - all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus Physical wellbeing - as a Band 4 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI). This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen Financial wellbeing - as well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover, income protection at no extra cost, and matched pension contributions up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an award winning package which includes - discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support Mental wellbeing programme - we have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs There's more! - 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more . Join us and you'll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. As one of our colleagues, you'll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we'll give you all the support, training and development you need. Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we'll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve. At Hastings Direct, we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all. Job posting end date: About Us Hastings Direct is a fast growing, agile, digitally focused general insurance provider of products and services to over 2.8 million customers in the UK, employing over 3,400 colleagues. Our vision - to be the best and biggest digital insurance provider in the market. It's our attitude and the way we run our business that makes us different. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. It's a dynamic, flexible, fun and constantly changing environment. You'll enjoy the scope to make a real difference for our customers, influence our company, benefit the communities we work in and have fun along the way. Learn more about If you enjoyed the video and would like to learn more about , check out our colleague stories
A forward thinking, growing company based in Nottinghamshire are now looking for a Procurement Manager to join their Procurement department. The role will support the Head of Procurement with the responsibly for the realisation of cost targets against different allocated categories of supply, all whilst achieving delivery and quality commitments. Duties: Lead the procurement process for indirect spend categories, which can range from examples such as Utilities, IT, PPE/Workwear, HR services, Facilities, and Professional Services Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives, ensuring cost-effective solutions and improved value for money Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify procurement needs and align strategies with business objectives Negotiate contracts, manage vendor relationships, and monitor supplier performance Ensuring processes are embedded with the suppliers and rolled out with key stakeholders Lead contract review meetings with suppliers including performance reviews Launch price enquiries with suppliers and evaluate/negotiate offers Review meetings with key stakeholders for designated range of items and provide regular updates Maintain compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and sustainability goals Analyse market trends and supplier offerings to identify new opportunities for cost savings and process improvements Provide KPI reports as required to demonstrate performance against targets Work with Procurement team to develop further The Procurement Manager must have proven experience in procurement management, with a focus on indirect categories. You will also have strong negotiation and contract management skills. It is desirable for candidates to have Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) qualifications or working towards them. This position would suit a current Category Manager or Contracts Manager. In return you will be offered a salary of between 40,000 to 50,000 depending on experience. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. You will have access to an Employee Assistance Programme, a competitive pension, free on-site parking, plus access to an employee benefits portal where you can take advantage of discounts for a variety of shops and services. The working week is Monday to Friday 37 hours per week with flexible start and finish times. The role offers a hybrid and flexible working basis from personal residence and on site. There will be a requirement to be in the office 2/3 days a week, but this is flexible to suit both the business needs and the successful candidate.
Mar 18, 2025
Full time
A forward thinking, growing company based in Nottinghamshire are now looking for a Procurement Manager to join their Procurement department. The role will support the Head of Procurement with the responsibly for the realisation of cost targets against different allocated categories of supply, all whilst achieving delivery and quality commitments. Duties: Lead the procurement process for indirect spend categories, which can range from examples such as Utilities, IT, PPE/Workwear, HR services, Facilities, and Professional Services Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives, ensuring cost-effective solutions and improved value for money Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify procurement needs and align strategies with business objectives Negotiate contracts, manage vendor relationships, and monitor supplier performance Ensuring processes are embedded with the suppliers and rolled out with key stakeholders Lead contract review meetings with suppliers including performance reviews Launch price enquiries with suppliers and evaluate/negotiate offers Review meetings with key stakeholders for designated range of items and provide regular updates Maintain compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and sustainability goals Analyse market trends and supplier offerings to identify new opportunities for cost savings and process improvements Provide KPI reports as required to demonstrate performance against targets Work with Procurement team to develop further The Procurement Manager must have proven experience in procurement management, with a focus on indirect categories. You will also have strong negotiation and contract management skills. It is desirable for candidates to have Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) qualifications or working towards them. This position would suit a current Category Manager or Contracts Manager. In return you will be offered a salary of between 40,000 to 50,000 depending on experience. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. You will have access to an Employee Assistance Programme, a competitive pension, free on-site parking, plus access to an employee benefits portal where you can take advantage of discounts for a variety of shops and services. The working week is Monday to Friday 37 hours per week with flexible start and finish times. The role offers a hybrid and flexible working basis from personal residence and on site. There will be a requirement to be in the office 2/3 days a week, but this is flexible to suit both the business needs and the successful candidate.
We are seeking a Principal Commercial Manager to work in the defence sector. Location: Hybrid working - Reading Essential Skills: The ideal candidates will have a proven Commercial/Procurement/Category Management background, with the following skills/experience: Experience in Public sector End-to-end Procurement experience Experience in Category Management & Category Strategies within the Defence, Nuclear or Central Government. Experience in Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Relationship Management & Contract Management Experience in Procurement Act 2023 & PCR 2015 NEC Contract knowledge Options A, C and E or any equivalent contracts Nuclear Waste services/Nuclear facilities management would be beneficial
Mar 17, 2025
Contractor
We are seeking a Principal Commercial Manager to work in the defence sector. Location: Hybrid working - Reading Essential Skills: The ideal candidates will have a proven Commercial/Procurement/Category Management background, with the following skills/experience: Experience in Public sector End-to-end Procurement experience Experience in Category Management & Category Strategies within the Defence, Nuclear or Central Government. Experience in Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Relationship Management & Contract Management Experience in Procurement Act 2023 & PCR 2015 NEC Contract knowledge Options A, C and E or any equivalent contracts Nuclear Waste services/Nuclear facilities management would be beneficial
