Procurement Manager
Michael Page Procurement & Supply Chain
West Bromwich
Job type
contract
Location
West Bromwich, England
This permanent role is based in Midlands and focuses on leading a procurement team within the higher education sector. You will lead and manage the procurement process end to end, mentoring and leading the team throughout the process.
Client Details
A leading higher education provider based in Midlands.
Description
- Lead and manage a team of procurement professionals, providing support, direction and development.
- Develop and implement category strategies that deliver value, compliance and innovation across key spend areas.
- Manage multiple procurement projects and tenders concurrently, ensuring delivery against agreed timescales and objectives.
- Lead end-to-end tender exercises, including specification development, procurement strategy, market engagement, tender management, evaluation and contract award.
- Act as a trusted procurement advisor to faculties, departments and project teams, providing expert guidance on procurement processes and best practice.
- Support major estates, construction, refurbishment and sustainability-related procurement activities.
- Assess procurement risks and identify the most appropriate commercial and procurement approaches.
- Build strong stakeholder relationships across academic and professional service areas, influencing decision-making and ensuring successful project outcomes.
- Deputise for the Head...