Procurement Manager

Location: Southampton
Salary: to £43,931 per annum + Excellent Benefits

This is an exceptional time to be joining this organisation where you will work as part of the Procurement Services Team. Our client has launched its new Strategy together with a suite of strategic plans which will transform how they work. The need for professional procurement expertise to ensure they have high quality procurement arrangements reflecting the needs and ambitions of the strategy, has never been greater. They have a position available to join a welcoming, supportive and development focused team, where 2 days are rarely the same.

About the role

About the role

• You will be the lead for various procurements across wide ranging indirect categeries, ensuring compliant procurement which delivers value for money.
• You will work with category managers and stakeholders to deliver a diverse range of projects
• You will work closely with contract managers to ensure contract performance expectations are met

So what's in it for you?

You will be offered some excellent benefits including:

• 44 days leave per year (including 6 closure days and 8 days public holidays)
• A 35 hour working week
• Excellent pension scheme
• Hybrid working (office based 1-2 days) flexible
• Staff discounts
• Supported departmental development opportunities

What you'll bring

• Experience of delivering end-to-end procurements for complex and / or high value contracts in a regulated environment, ideally with public sector procurement experience
• A high level of commercial acumen
• The ability to build strong, productive relationships across the organisation and with key external suppliers and partners

Our client is committed to building an inclusive and diverse culture and creating an environment where people can balance successful careers with their commitments and interests outside of work. Their flexible working practices, including a hybrid working model, where employees can split their working time between the office and home to create a balance that brings long-lasting benefits for them and their people.

If this sounds like you and you would like to find out more, send your updated CV to: alex.steel@1st-executive.com. Interviews will take place ASAP.