The Business
A leading supermarket chain with an award-winning procurement function.
Key Responsibilities:
* Strategic Sourcing and Procurement: * Develop and implement FM/Property procurement strategies that align with the company’s goals and objectives.
* Conduct market analysis to identify potential suppliers, assess their capabilities, and negotiate favourable terms and conditions.
* Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.

* Supplier Relationship Management: * Establish and maintain strong relationships with key FM/Property suppliers to ensure high-quality service delivery.
* Monitor supplier performance and address any issues to ensure continuous improvement.
* Conduct regular supplier evaluations and renegotiations to optimize value.

* Budget Management: * Develop and manage the FM/Property procurement budget, ensuring cost control and efficient use of resources.
* Analyze spending patterns and identify opportunities for cost savings and value improvements.
* Prepare and present regular reports on budget performance and procurement activities.

* Risk Management: * Identify potential risks in the Property/FM supply chain and develop mitigation strategies.
* Ensure that all Property/FM contracts include appropriate risk management provisions.
* Stay informed about industry trends and potential risks that could impact the supply chain.

* Cross-Functional Collaboration: * Work closely with the Property/FM department to understand their needs and ensure the procurement of appropriate solutions.
* Collaborate with other departments, such as finance and legal, to ensure procurement activities are aligned with overall business objectives.
* Support project teams by providing procurement expertise and resources.

Key Skills:
* Procurement and Negotiation: * Strong knowledge of procurement principles and practices, particularly in the FM/Property category.
* Excellent negotiation skills to secure favourable terms with suppliers.

* Analytical and Strategic Thinking: * Ability to analyse market trends, supplier capabilities, and spending patterns.
* Strategic mindset to develop and implement effective procurement strategies.

* Communication and Interpersonal Skills: * Strong communication skills to effectively interact with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
* Ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.

* Financial Acumen: * Understanding of budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis related to procurement.
* Ability to prepare and present financial reports and analyses.

* Risk Management: * Knowledge of risk management principles and practices in the context of FM/Property procurement.
* Ability to identify potential risks and develop effective mitigation strategies.

* Qualifications:
* Proven experience in FM/Property procurement, preferably in a fast paced environment.
* Professional certification in procurement (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) is a plus.
* Proficiency in procurement software and tools.