Procurement Manager - FM / Healthcare

About the role

A leading UK organisation operating across facilities management (FM), healthcare and capital works is strengthening its procurement function and is looking for an experienced Procurement Manager. The role leads procurement across projects, negotiating and placing material, plant and service orders while supporting operational delivery and work-winning activities, and manages and develops a small team of procurement professionals.

Key responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities across projects and bids
• Negotiate with suppliers and manage tender processes
• Produce tender recommendation reports for approval
• Drive cost savings and procurement efficiencies
• Manage and develop Buyers and Procurement Administrators
• Support the use and development of framework agreements
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Progress and expedite materials and services against project deadlines
• Support supply chain performance reviews
• Work closely with commercial and operational teams
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and governance
• Support pre-construction and work-winning activities
• Visit suppliers and manufacturers to develop relationships and market knowledge

Required profile

• Proven experience in transactional and tactical procurement
• MEP procurement experience
• Experience working within FM / Healthcare environments
• Previous line management / team development experience
• Degree-level qualification in a relevant subject is desirable

Required skills

• Strong supplier negotiation and tendering experience
• Experience leading procurement activities on projects
• Good understanding of supply chain and procurement processes
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills