A fantastic opportunity has been created for a Procurement Manager to join a market leading and award winning media and entertainment business based in Cambridgeshire. The role will operate on a hybrid basis with a 3/2 split.

As the Procurement Manager you will be responsible for of the Procurement function, working closely with the team to ensure smooth running of the day-to day operations, and optimise spending across the business. Due to the nature of the company the Procurement function primarily focuses on Indirect spend, such as, IT Hardware and Software, Licences, Publishing activity and Facilities related services, however, assistance is often required with some Direct spend.

The Purchasing Manager will work closely with internal stakeholders across the business, including Department Heads and Budget Holders. The key objectives are focusing on optimising spend and managing suppliers.

Role responsibilities of the procurement manager

-Manage the day-to-day operations of the Procurement team
-Identifying and delivering tangible results through cost reduction and service performance.
-Manage supplier on-boarding process to ensure the most appropriate and competitive suppliers are being used.
-Reviewing and assisting with Requests For Proposals (RFPs) to ensure the greatest outcomes for Frontier's procurement efforts.
-Regularly reviewing procedures and processes to ensure control, compliance, and efficiency across the Procurement function.
-Liaising with key company stakeholders to determine their product and service needs.
-Assisting with high value contract renewals, including the review of commercial terms and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

Skills and experience required of the procurement manager

-Demonstrable experience and track record in leading successful procurement efforts, preferably with experience in managing or leading a team.
-Broad procurement experience with particular emphasis on indirect procurement.
-CIPS qualified
-Strong negotiation skills, and able to challenge costs when appropriate.
-Positive and solutions based approach to handling requests and tasks.
-Excellent communication skills, and able to build and maintain trusted relationships with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers and vendors.

This role would suit someone with experience a a Senior Buyer, Lead Buyer, Category Manager, Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager or Supply Chain Manager.