Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager

An opportunity to join a commercially focused procurement team supporting a large, international retail organisation. The role centres on leading complex supplier negotiations, delivering cost efficiencies, and driving strategic sourcing initiatives across multiple markets.

• Lead sourcing and negotiation of large-scale retail contracts across multiple countries and business units.
• Identify and deliver cost optimisation opportunities through supplier consolidation, standardisation initiatives, and leveraging scale.
• Challenge existing commercial models and introduce process improvements to enhance value creation.
• Provide strategic and tactical category guidance informed by market trends, performance data, and commercial objectives.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to identify regional and national growth or efficiency opportunities.
• Align diverse business units around common commercial strategies, programmes, and value-enhancing initiatives.
• Develop effective communication channels with merchandising, marketing, and operational leadership teams.
• Support the rollout of successful regional initiatives to broader markets where appropriate.
• Contribute to the development of performance benchmarks, KPIs, and commercial targets.
• Operate effectively in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment with shifting priorities.

• Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline. Postgraduate qualifications are advantageous but not essential. Equivalent experience will be considered.
• Significant experience in supplier negotiation and contract management within a consumer-focused retail or multi-site environment.
• Experience working across complex organisational structures with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong commercial acumen, including understanding of cost drivers, financial metrics, and market dynamics.
• Knowledge of marketing and merchandising principles, including pricing and promotional strategy.
• Experience using data analysis and business intelligence tools to support decision-making.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at multiple organisational levels.