Central Procurement Manager

Overview

Lead procurement team, shape category strategy & supplier governance for large infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• tendering
• negotiations
• supplier onboarding
• kpi tracking
• procurement systems
• category strategy

Tasks

-Ensure adherence to internal and client governance frameworks -Track KPIs across category and team performance metrics -Promote sustainable and ethical sourcing in line with ESG commitments -Manage supplier performance and drive measurable improvement -Oversee supplier onboarding and compliance audits -Develop and implement category strategies that drive value and innovation -Lead strategic supplier reviews and approve final evaluations -Represent the procurement function with internal and external stakeholders -Manage supplier segmentation and category performance reporting -Oversee performance management, resource allocation, and training plans -Act as escalation point for procurement issues and decision-making -Analyse market trends and risks to inform category planning -Enforce compliance with procurement policies, contracts, and legislation -Oversee integrity of procurement systems and data accuracy -Foster a results-driven and compliant team culture -Produce board-level reports on procurement performance and supplier stability -Lead and develop a high-performing central procurement team -Drive standardisation and process optimisation across procurement operations -Execute procurement programmes across frameworks to deliver cost efficiency -Lead end-to-end tendering processes, negotiations, and contract awards

Requirements

• p2p
• excel
• power bi
• mcips
• leadership
• cost reduction

What You Bring

If you're an experienced Central Procurement Manager keen on joining an established and growing business, get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group today for a confidential chat. -Strong commercial acumen and understanding of contract law and supply chains -Proficient in P2P systems, Excel, Power BI, and reporting tools -Skilled communicator and negotiator, able to engage at executive level -Leadership experience managing multi-disciplinary procurement teams -Organised, decisive, and delivery-focused -Experience in regulated or complex project environments (utilities, infrastructure, manufacturing, or engineering) -Senior-level procurement experience with proven category management capability -Demonstrated success in cost reduction, process improvement, and risk control -MCIPS qualification or active progression toward certification -Knowledge of ISO frameworks, ESG governance, and ethical procurement standards

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Benefits

-Health insurance, cycle-to-work scheme, and employee savings platform -25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with purchase option -Hybrid working model -Contributory pension, life assurance, and private medical cover -£5,000 car/travel allowance -Structured leadership development and progression within a national delivery business -Starting salary of £55,000 to £65,000

About Gold Group Ltd

-Gold Group Limited is a private limited company incorporated in January 2000, based in East Grinstead, West Sussex, UK. -The company operates as a technical recruitment agency, specializing in sectors such as Life Sciences, Technology, Engineering, and Construction. -Gold Group focuses on providing professional staff for highly technical industries, emphasizing in-depth knowledge and expertise in specific fields. -The company's recruitment consultants are required to have detailed understanding of the industries they work in, going beyond general communication skills. -As of January 2024, Gold Group reported total assets of £1.97 million and net assets of £65,590. -The company's turnover for the fiscal year ending January 2024 was reported to be £9.4 million, with an industry-adjusted enterprise value estimate of £1.8 million. -Gold Group has maintained a 30-year history of uninterrupted dividends, demonstrating financial stability. -The company operates globally, with a diverse product mix across different sectors, providing resilience through national cyclicality. -Gold Group's services include a 'one-stop shop' for cost-effective geotechnical solutions, reducing interface risk for clients dealing with multiple suppliers. -The company has a track record of successful projects, attributed to their specialized knowledge and experience in local markets and ground conditions.

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