An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced procurement and contracts manager to join this london based not for profit organisation. Working on a category portfolio covering goods and services, the role will be key to implementing procurement and contract management across the spend area whislt also ensuring value for money is delivered.
Day to day you will be required to:
* Supporting the Senior Procurement Manager with identification and management of procurement projects that deliver maximum value and mitigate risk
* Assist with the growth and development of the Procurement function to include developing and use of tools and templates, reporting and delivering training to business stakeholders.
* Partner with business stakeholders to become a trusted and valued business partner, leading to early engagement ultimately raising the profile of the Procurement function.
* Establish client requirements, lead the investigation, development and implementation of strategic category plans, benchmarking and cost analysis techniques.
* Maintain status updates and reports for key procurement activities and contracts within the category of spend.
* Manage procurement and contract management activity risks by supporting the development of a disciplined procurement culture throughout the organisation through training and engagement
The successful candidate will ideally be CIPS qualified, or working towards the qualification and have a background in developing procurement and category strategies.
This is a permanent role with 2 days a week in London. The salary band is £43,500 to £47,500.