Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS)
Head of Procurement - FM & Real Estate Services Global FTSE100 Blue Chip London (Hybrid) £95k + Bonus & Benefits To apply & learn more please contact I'm working with a FTSE100 market leader that's reshaping how procurement delivers value across facilities management and corporate real estate. This is a prestigious business where procurement acts as a strategic engine driving growth, innovation, and client success across Western Europe. A career-defining opportunity has emerged for a Head of Procurement to lead transformation at the heart of a high-growth business line across FM and Real Estate Services. You'll partner directly with senior level stakeholders to set strategy, unlock commercial advantage, and build a regional team from the ground up. This is a front-line leadership role with real influence where procurement is positioned as a catalyst for supplier innovation, operational excellence, and project delivery across multiple markets. What You'll Be Doing: Develop and execute sourcing strategies across Facilities (FM) and Real Estate Services. Influence senior stakeholders (MDs, PMs, C-suite) to embed procurement as a strategic partner. Lead supplier qualification, onboarding, and performance management across multiple geographies. Represent procurement in client meetings and contribute to ESG and compliance initiatives. Define and build a regional procurement team to support future growth. What You'll Bring: 8+ years' experience in project procurement across FM, Real Estate, Property or Construction. Proven success in matrix environments driving change through influence, not hierarchy. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the gravitas to engage at board level. Deep commercial acumen and market knowledge across FM and Real Estate. What Success Looks Like: Procurement embedded as a strategic lever across projects. Supplier frameworks and governance delivering measurable value. Stakeholder buy-in and adoption across key markets. Clear roadmap for team growth and procurement maturity This is a rare opportunity to lead procurement transformation for a major global entity who are shaping strategy, influencing outcomes, and building something lasting. If you're ready to step into a high-impact role with real senior level exposure and regional scope, I'd love to hear from you. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Oskar at Key words: Procurement, Sourcing, FM, Facilities Management, Soft Services, Hard Servies, Hard FM, Soft FM, IFM, Real Estate Services, Real Estate, Fit Out, Construction, Fit-Out, FF&E, Fortune 500, Senior Facilities, Associate Director, Client Sourcing, Sourcing Director, Head of Procurement, Head of FM, Head of Category, Head of Sourcing, Head of Procurement, Vice President Procurement, Director, Procurement Director, Director of Procurement, EMEA Procurement Director, Procurement Business Partner, Category Director, Procurement Transformation Director, Global Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Senior Sourcing Manager, Senior Procurement Manager, Senior Procurement Lead, Category Lead, Sourcing Lead, Senior FM Procurement, MCIPS, Indirect Procurement, Global, EMEA, London, Central London, Hertfordshire, Essex, Kent, Surrey, Hampshire, Reading, Berkshire, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge, Greater London
Oct 23, 2025
Full time
Head of Procurement - FM & Real Estate Services Global FTSE100 Blue Chip London (Hybrid) £95k + Bonus & Benefits To apply & learn more please contact I'm working with a FTSE100 market leader that's reshaping how procurement delivers value across facilities management and corporate real estate. This is a prestigious business where procurement acts as a strategic engine driving growth, innovation, and client success across Western Europe. A career-defining opportunity has emerged for a Head of Procurement to lead transformation at the heart of a high-growth business line across FM and Real Estate Services. You'll partner directly with senior level stakeholders to set strategy, unlock commercial advantage, and build a regional team from the ground up. This is a front-line leadership role with real influence where procurement is positioned as a catalyst for supplier innovation, operational excellence, and project delivery across multiple markets. What You'll Be Doing: Develop and execute sourcing strategies across Facilities (FM) and Real Estate Services. Influence senior stakeholders (MDs, PMs, C-suite) to embed procurement as a strategic partner. Lead supplier qualification, onboarding, and performance management across multiple geographies. Represent procurement in client meetings and contribute to ESG and compliance initiatives. Define and build a regional procurement team to support future growth. What You'll Bring: 8+ years' experience in project procurement across FM, Real Estate, Property or Construction. Proven success in matrix environments driving change through influence, not hierarchy. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the gravitas to engage at board level. Deep commercial acumen and market knowledge across FM and Real Estate. What Success Looks Like: Procurement embedded as a strategic lever across projects. Supplier frameworks and governance delivering measurable value. Stakeholder buy-in and adoption across key markets. Clear roadmap for team growth and procurement maturity This is a rare opportunity to lead procurement transformation for a major global entity who are shaping strategy, influencing outcomes, and building something lasting. If you're ready to step into a high-impact role with real senior level exposure and regional scope, I'd love to hear from you. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Oskar at Key words: Procurement, Sourcing, FM, Facilities Management, Soft Services, Hard Servies, Hard FM, Soft FM, IFM, Real Estate Services, Real Estate, Fit Out, Construction, Fit-Out, FF&E, Fortune 500, Senior Facilities, Associate Director, Client Sourcing, Sourcing Director, Head of Procurement, Head of FM, Head of Category, Head of Sourcing, Head of Procurement, Vice President Procurement, Director, Procurement Director, Director of Procurement, EMEA Procurement Director, Procurement Business Partner, Category Director, Procurement Transformation Director, Global Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Senior Sourcing Manager, Senior Procurement Manager, Senior Procurement Lead, Category Lead, Sourcing Lead, Senior FM Procurement, MCIPS, Indirect Procurement, Global, EMEA, London, Central London, Hertfordshire, Essex, Kent, Surrey, Hampshire, Reading, Berkshire, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Cambridge, Greater London
With the support of the Commercial/ Category Director and/or Senior Category Manager, create and lead the business plan for allocated categories of responsibility to drive strategic & tactical growth of the categories to support the delivery of the budgeted sales and profit target.Category Manager Do you have a passion for working within Category Manager Are you in commuting distance of Binley, Coventry areaStark, a leading building materials distributor in Northern Europe, is looking for a new team member who is as passionate about great service as we are.With the support of the Commercial/ Category Director and/or Senior Category Manager, create and lead the business plan for allocated categories of responsibility to drive strategic & tactical growth of the categories to support the delivery of the budgeted sales and profit target. Job Purpose Deliver product ranges and terms that meet the requirements of our internal and external customers providing 'all the products to do the job' whilst delivering the required company financial targets.Demonstrate successful experience in category management with a track record of delivering ranges that meet customer project needs across multiple product categories whilst delivering budgeted financial results for the company. Proven experience of successful fact-based negotiation and delivery in an end-to-end category management or procurement role. Strong commercial acumen, analytical skills, and ability to assimilate information into clear actionable insights and plans and able to communicate these plans to stakeholders for effective implementation and enhanced customer proposition. Ability to work on own or as part of a team and manage workload to tight deadlines and work under pressure managing multiple priorities and tasks. Good stakeholder management with ability to coordinate and influence decision making at multiple levels and across functions to ensure delivery of business plans. Be involved in and contribute to 'non-core' commercial activities that support development and delivery improvement across business and strategic improvements that may be areas outside of key category responsibilities . Ability to induct, support and coach newer and/or junior members of the teams with or without direct line management responsibility. A wide range of voluntary benefits including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, car salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle2Work, Benenden Healthcare and more. Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.STARK Building Materials UK comprises 14 brands, including one of the UK's leading builders' merchants Jewson, along with JP Corry and Normans, specialist brands Minster and Jewson Civils Frazer, as well as major timber importer and distributor, International Timber.With over 600 dedicated builders merchant branches and distribution centres, this makes us one of the UK's largest retailers and distributors of building and construction materials.However, more importantly, our dedicated team and the high-quality products we offer make us trusted, expert partners to the industry.Together, we give our customers hassle-free access to the market-leading, sustainable solutions they need to build responsibly for the future.If you'd like to build that future with us, check out our careers page or get in touch.Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.At STARK Building Materials UK, we are known for our building distribution, but in reality, it is our colleagues that drive our business forward. All around the UK, in our branches, warehouses and offices, our team give everything to make building better for our customers.We value our customers, the communities we work in and the colleagues in our team, who collectively build our business to ever greater heights every day.We strive to create a workplace where all colleagues feel safe and empowered to do their best and are comfortable to bring their true selves to work every day.We are proud that we offer all our colleagues a great place to work.
Oct 20, 2025
Full time
With the support of the Commercial/ Category Director and/or Senior Category Manager, create and lead the business plan for allocated categories of responsibility to drive strategic & tactical growth of the categories to support the delivery of the budgeted sales and profit target.Category Manager Do you have a passion for working within Category Manager Are you in commuting distance of Binley, Coventry areaStark, a leading building materials distributor in Northern Europe, is looking for a new team member who is as passionate about great service as we are.With the support of the Commercial/ Category Director and/or Senior Category Manager, create and lead the business plan for allocated categories of responsibility to drive strategic & tactical growth of the categories to support the delivery of the budgeted sales and profit target. Job Purpose Deliver product ranges and terms that meet the requirements of our internal and external customers providing 'all the products to do the job' whilst delivering the required company financial targets.Demonstrate successful experience in category management with a track record of delivering ranges that meet customer project needs across multiple product categories whilst delivering budgeted financial results for the company. Proven experience of successful fact-based negotiation and delivery in an end-to-end category management or procurement role. Strong commercial acumen, analytical skills, and ability to assimilate information into clear actionable insights and plans and able to communicate these plans to stakeholders for effective implementation and enhanced customer proposition. Ability to work on own or as part of a team and manage workload to tight deadlines and work under pressure managing multiple priorities and tasks. Good stakeholder management with ability to coordinate and influence decision making at multiple levels and across functions to ensure delivery of business plans. Be involved in and contribute to 'non-core' commercial activities that support development and delivery improvement across business and strategic improvements that may be areas outside of key category responsibilities . Ability to induct, support and coach newer and/or junior members of the teams with or without direct line management responsibility. A wide range of voluntary benefits including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, car salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle2Work, Benenden Healthcare and more. Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.STARK Building Materials UK comprises 14 brands, including one of the UK's leading builders' merchants Jewson, along with JP Corry and Normans, specialist brands Minster and Jewson Civils Frazer, as well as major timber importer and distributor, International Timber.With over 600 dedicated builders merchant branches and distribution centres, this makes us one of the UK's largest retailers and distributors of building and construction materials.However, more importantly, our dedicated team and the high-quality products we offer make us trusted, expert partners to the industry.Together, we give our customers hassle-free access to the market-leading, sustainable solutions they need to build responsibly for the future.If you'd like to build that future with us, check out our careers page or get in touch.Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.At STARK Building Materials UK, we are known for our building distribution, but in reality, it is our colleagues that drive our business forward. All around the UK, in our branches, warehouses and offices, our team give everything to make building better for our customers.We value our customers, the communities we work in and the colleagues in our team, who collectively build our business to ever greater heights every day.We strive to create a workplace where all colleagues feel safe and empowered to do their best and are comfortable to bring their true selves to work every day.We are proud that we offer all our colleagues a great place to work.
Senior Buyer / Category Manager Location: Liverpool, Office Based Salary: 42, 052 + car allowance Contract: Permanent, Full-time We're working with a fantastic Social Housing Association to recruit an experienced and commercially focused Senior Buyer / Category Manager to join their Supply Chain team. Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain, this is a key leadership position responsible for delivering value for money across an annual spend of 12 million on warehouse, stock, and material contracts. The successful candidate will take strategic ownership of procurement and demand management, ensuring the materials supply chain operates efficiently and supports the client in delivering excellent services to clients, customers, and local residents. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage warehouse and material supply contracts, ensuring best value and performance. Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to drive innovation and commercial benefits. Support and mentor a team including a Buyer and Apprentice Buyer, promoting best practice and continuous improvement. Monitor and report on supplier performance, spend, and market trends. Manage tender processes, negotiate terms, and oversee contracts. Work closely with Finance, Compliance, and operational teams to ensure policies and regulations are met. Champion local supplier engagement and strengthen opportunities within the regional economy. Provide leadership in embedding procurement excellence across the business. About You: CIPS Level 4 qualified or working towards (or equivalent experience). Significant experience in procurement and contract management within construction, housing, or maintenance. Strong understanding of procurement legislation and frameworks. Skilled negotiator with experience managing supplier performance and resolving contract issues. Experience of NEC or JCT contracts and modern procurement methods. Confident leader who can influence stakeholders and develop a high-performing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement professional looking to make a real impact within a well-respected organisation, supporting vital services and driving best value across the supply chain. If you are interested, please get in touch today with our specialist Georgia on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) Building Careers UK are specialist in Construction & Property recruitment. BCUK acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. INDC
Oct 10, 2025
Contract
Senior Buyer / Category Manager Location: Liverpool, Office Based Salary: 42, 052 + car allowance Contract: Permanent, Full-time We're working with a fantastic Social Housing Association to recruit an experienced and commercially focused Senior Buyer / Category Manager to join their Supply Chain team. Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain, this is a key leadership position responsible for delivering value for money across an annual spend of 12 million on warehouse, stock, and material contracts. The successful candidate will take strategic ownership of procurement and demand management, ensuring the materials supply chain operates efficiently and supports the client in delivering excellent services to clients, customers, and local residents. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage warehouse and material supply contracts, ensuring best value and performance. Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to drive innovation and commercial benefits. Support and mentor a team including a Buyer and Apprentice Buyer, promoting best practice and continuous improvement. Monitor and report on supplier performance, spend, and market trends. Manage tender processes, negotiate terms, and oversee contracts. Work closely with Finance, Compliance, and operational teams to ensure policies and regulations are met. Champion local supplier engagement and strengthen opportunities within the regional economy. Provide leadership in embedding procurement excellence across the business. About You: CIPS Level 4 qualified or working towards (or equivalent experience). Significant experience in procurement and contract management within construction, housing, or maintenance. Strong understanding of procurement legislation and frameworks. Skilled negotiator with experience managing supplier performance and resolving contract issues. Experience of NEC or JCT contracts and modern procurement methods. Confident leader who can influence stakeholders and develop a high-performing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement professional looking to make a real impact within a well-respected organisation, supporting vital services and driving best value across the supply chain. If you are interested, please get in touch today with our specialist Georgia on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) Building Careers UK are specialist in Construction & Property recruitment. BCUK acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. INDC
Are you an experienced Buyer or Category Manager from the construction industry (or similar, maybe facilities management, property development) looking for their next move? This role acts as category manager, managing £12m of annual spend and make sure the warehouse, stock and material contracts deliver real value, for this housing developer. This is a role where you ll have impact from day one. You ll drive supplier performance, negotiate contracts, and spot opportunities to save money and add value. As a leader, you ll guide and mentor a small procurement team, setting high standards and helping them grow. Important Stuff Location: Liverpool - working Monday to Friday in the office, parking is available on site (Fazakerley) Salary: £42,000 + car allowance Benefits: 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays, increasing with service), Pension, Enhanced Maternity/Paternity, Enhanced Sick Pay, Health and Wellbeing Services, Salary Sacrifice Car Leasing, and more! This role is aimed at someone with proven procurement and contract management experience, ideally in construction, housing or maintenance. You ll need strong negotiation skills, a good grasp of procurement regulations, and the confidence to handle supplier disputes when needed. Knowledge of NEC/JCT contracts, procurement regulations and statutory requirements is needed. Ideally you will be CIPS Level 4 qualified, or working towards. This is your chance to shape the supply chain, influence senior stakeholders and make a tangible difference to the services we deliver to our clients and communities. In return, you ll join a forward-thinking organisation where procurement is seen as a key driver of success. Interested? Then apply today!
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Are you an experienced Buyer or Category Manager from the construction industry (or similar, maybe facilities management, property development) looking for their next move? This role acts as category manager, managing £12m of annual spend and make sure the warehouse, stock and material contracts deliver real value, for this housing developer. This is a role where you ll have impact from day one. You ll drive supplier performance, negotiate contracts, and spot opportunities to save money and add value. As a leader, you ll guide and mentor a small procurement team, setting high standards and helping them grow. Important Stuff Location: Liverpool - working Monday to Friday in the office, parking is available on site (Fazakerley) Salary: £42,000 + car allowance Benefits: 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays, increasing with service), Pension, Enhanced Maternity/Paternity, Enhanced Sick Pay, Health and Wellbeing Services, Salary Sacrifice Car Leasing, and more! This role is aimed at someone with proven procurement and contract management experience, ideally in construction, housing or maintenance. You ll need strong negotiation skills, a good grasp of procurement regulations, and the confidence to handle supplier disputes when needed. Knowledge of NEC/JCT contracts, procurement regulations and statutory requirements is needed. Ideally you will be CIPS Level 4 qualified, or working towards. This is your chance to shape the supply chain, influence senior stakeholders and make a tangible difference to the services we deliver to our clients and communities. In return, you ll join a forward-thinking organisation where procurement is seen as a key driver of success. Interested? Then apply today!
We are one of Europe's leading independent manufacturers of high-quality ventilation and building products and we are looking for an accomplished Senior Buyer / Purchasing Manager. Based from our office in Northampton and reporting directly to the Commercial Director, you will be tasked with the further development of our commercial purchasing function.
BASIC SALARY: £35,000 - £40,000
BENEFITS:
· Company Bonus
· Pension
· Death in Service
LOCATION: Northampton
COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough, Rugby, Coventry, Leicester, Daventry, Bedford, Banbury, Leamington Spa
JOB DESCRIPTION: Purchasing Manager, Senior Buyer - building products / ventilation
The primary focus of the Purchasing Manager role is to run the purchasing team and manage all direct and indirect spend. We pride ourselves on treating our suppliers like we do our customers. Strong relationships are at the centre of our business, and we treat all our external partners in the same fashion.
In additional we will be looking for the Senior Buyer to:
· Manage and develop existing purchasing staff
· Manage a total spend of circa £3.5 Million
· Negotiate and agree contracts
· Analyse and manipulate data to management information and reports
· Monitor supplier performance, including conducting supplier site audits
· Building and maintaining good relationships with new and existing suppliers
This is a genuine opportunity to bring about change if change is required. We are open to ideas and welcome input. We require a candidate who is strong willed and confident in their approach.
PERSON SPECIFICATION: Purchasing Manager, Senior Buyer - building products / ventilation
Ideally you will be a purchasing professional looking for the next step in your career with a market leading business.
You will also be:
· A qualified (by education or experience) Purchasing Manager / Senior Buyer with experience of managing / supervising staff who look after a combined budget of at least £3.5Million
· A strong negotiator with experience of contract negotiation and management
· Proficient with excel
· Highly organised with a high level of attention to detail
THE COMPANY:
One of Europe's leading manufacturers of sustainable building solutions. As well as the quality of our products, what really sets us apart is its dedication to customer service. We work tirelessly to ensure customers can get the right part, at the right time, at the right price - so they don't have to.
TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT:
Extensive and ongoing training will be given in all aspects of our products, manufacturing, current suppliers and contracts.
It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets and worked with the following products and/or services: Procurement, Buying, Buyer, Category, Buying Manager, Procurement Manager, Senior Buyer, Buying Manager, Category Manager, Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Manager, Purchasing & Supply Manager.
INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application.
Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the recruitment partner of our client.
REF: LL16543, Wallace Hind Selection
Oct 08, 2021
Permanent
We are one of Europe's leading independent manufacturers of high-quality ventilation and building products and we are looking for an accomplished Senior Buyer / Purchasing Manager. Based from our office in Northampton and reporting directly to the Commercial Director, you will be tasked with the further development of our commercial purchasing function.
BASIC SALARY: £35,000 - £40,000
BENEFITS:
· Company Bonus
· Pension
· Death in Service
LOCATION: Northampton
COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough, Rugby, Coventry, Leicester, Daventry, Bedford, Banbury, Leamington Spa
JOB DESCRIPTION: Purchasing Manager, Senior Buyer - building products / ventilation
The primary focus of the Purchasing Manager role is to run the purchasing team and manage all direct and indirect spend. We pride ourselves on treating our suppliers like we do our customers. Strong relationships are at the centre of our business, and we treat all our external partners in the same fashion.
In additional we will be looking for the Senior Buyer to:
· Manage and develop existing purchasing staff
· Manage a total spend of circa £3.5 Million
· Negotiate and agree contracts
· Analyse and manipulate data to management information and reports
· Monitor supplier performance, including conducting supplier site audits
· Building and maintaining good relationships with new and existing suppliers
This is a genuine opportunity to bring about change if change is required. We are open to ideas and welcome input. We require a candidate who is strong willed and confident in their approach.
PERSON SPECIFICATION: Purchasing Manager, Senior Buyer - building products / ventilation
Ideally you will be a purchasing professional looking for the next step in your career with a market leading business.
You will also be:
· A qualified (by education or experience) Purchasing Manager / Senior Buyer with experience of managing / supervising staff who look after a combined budget of at least £3.5Million
· A strong negotiator with experience of contract negotiation and management
· Proficient with excel
· Highly organised with a high level of attention to detail
THE COMPANY:
One of Europe's leading manufacturers of sustainable building solutions. As well as the quality of our products, what really sets us apart is its dedication to customer service. We work tirelessly to ensure customers can get the right part, at the right time, at the right price - so they don't have to.
TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT:
Extensive and ongoing training will be given in all aspects of our products, manufacturing, current suppliers and contracts.
It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets and worked with the following products and/or services: Procurement, Buying, Buyer, Category, Buying Manager, Procurement Manager, Senior Buyer, Buying Manager, Category Manager, Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Manager, Purchasing & Supply Manager.
INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application.
Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the recruitment partner of our client.
REF: LL16543, Wallace Hind Selection
We are one of Europe's leading independent manufacturers of high-quality ventilation and building products and we are looking for an accomplished Senior Buyer / Purchasing Manager. Based from our office in Northampton and reporting directly to the Commercial Director, you will be tasked with the further development of our commercial purchasing function.
BASIC SALARY: £35,000 - £40,000
BENEFITS:
· Company Bonus
· Pension
· Death in Service
LOCATION: Northampton
COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough, Rugby, Coventry, Leicester, Daventry, Bedford, Banbury, Leamington Spa
JOB DESCRIPTION: Purchasing Manager, Senior Buyer - building products / ventilation
The primary focus of the Purchasing Manager role is to run the purchasing team and manage all direct and indirect spend. We pride ourselves on treating our suppliers like we do our customers. Strong relationships are at the centre of our business, and we treat all our external partners in the same fashion.
In additional we will be looking for the Senior Buyer to:
· Manage and develop existing purchasing staff
· Manage a total spend of circa £3.5 Million
· Negotiate and agree contracts
· Analyse and manipulate data to management information and reports
· Monitor supplier performance, including conducting supplier site audits
· Building and maintaining good relationships with new and existing suppliers
This is a genuine opportunity to bring about change if change is required. We are open to ideas and welcome input. We require a candidate who is strong willed and confident in their approach.
PERSON SPECIFICATION: Purchasing Manager, Senior Buyer - building products / ventilation
Ideally you will be a purchasing professional looking for the next step in your career with a market leading business.
You will also be:
· A qualified (by education or experience) Purchasing Manager / Senior Buyer with experience of managing / supervising staff who look after a combined budget of at least £3.5Million
· A strong negotiator with experience of contract negotiation and management
· Proficient with excel
· Highly organised with a high level of attention to detail
THE COMPANY:
One of Europe's leading manufacturers of sustainable building solutions. As well as the quality of our products, what really sets us apart is its dedication to customer service. We work tirelessly to ensure customers can get the right part, at the right time, at the right price - so they don't have to.
TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT:
Extensive and ongoing training will be given in all aspects of our products, manufacturing, current suppliers and contracts.
It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets and worked with the following products and/or services: Procurement, Buying, Buyer, Category, Buying Manager, Procurement Manager, Senior Buyer, Buying Manager, Category Manager, Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Manager, Purchasing & Supply Manager.
INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application.
Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the recruitment partner of our client.
REF: LL16543, Wallace Hind Selection
Oct 08, 2021
Permanent
We are one of Europe's leading independent manufacturers of high-quality ventilation and building products and we are looking for an accomplished Senior Buyer / Purchasing Manager. Based from our office in Northampton and reporting directly to the Commercial Director, you will be tasked with the further development of our commercial purchasing function.
BASIC SALARY: £35,000 - £40,000
BENEFITS:
· Company Bonus
· Pension
· Death in Service
LOCATION: Northampton
COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Kettering, Corby, Wellingborough, Rugby, Coventry, Leicester, Daventry, Bedford, Banbury, Leamington Spa
JOB DESCRIPTION: Purchasing Manager, Senior Buyer - building products / ventilation
The primary focus of the Purchasing Manager role is to run the purchasing team and manage all direct and indirect spend. We pride ourselves on treating our suppliers like we do our customers. Strong relationships are at the centre of our business, and we treat all our external partners in the same fashion.
In additional we will be looking for the Senior Buyer to:
· Manage and develop existing purchasing staff
· Manage a total spend of circa £3.5 Million
· Negotiate and agree contracts
· Analyse and manipulate data to management information and reports
· Monitor supplier performance, including conducting supplier site audits
· Building and maintaining good relationships with new and existing suppliers
This is a genuine opportunity to bring about change if change is required. We are open to ideas and welcome input. We require a candidate who is strong willed and confident in their approach.
PERSON SPECIFICATION: Purchasing Manager, Senior Buyer - building products / ventilation
Ideally you will be a purchasing professional looking for the next step in your career with a market leading business.
You will also be:
· A qualified (by education or experience) Purchasing Manager / Senior Buyer with experience of managing / supervising staff who look after a combined budget of at least £3.5Million
· A strong negotiator with experience of contract negotiation and management
· Proficient with excel
· Highly organised with a high level of attention to detail
THE COMPANY:
One of Europe's leading manufacturers of sustainable building solutions. As well as the quality of our products, what really sets us apart is its dedication to customer service. We work tirelessly to ensure customers can get the right part, at the right time, at the right price - so they don't have to.
TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT:
Extensive and ongoing training will be given in all aspects of our products, manufacturing, current suppliers and contracts.
It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets and worked with the following products and/or services: Procurement, Buying, Buyer, Category, Buying Manager, Procurement Manager, Senior Buyer, Buying Manager, Category Manager, Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Manager, Purchasing & Supply Manager.
INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application.
Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the recruitment partner of our client.
REF: LL16543, Wallace Hind Selection
A Local Authority based in East London is looking for an experienced and motivated procurement Category Manager with extensive experience of complex construction and capital projects. This is a full time, Permanent position and the successful candidate will be an integral part of the growing team, delivering sustained excellence and innovation across construction and capital programmes to benefit our citizens, businesses and staff.
The successful candidate must have extensive experience with Construction project management, capital programmes and procurement.
This is a key role that works closely with senior managers and suppliers to lead, develop, deliver and manage the supply chain that supports construction. The scope of the role includes but is not limited to;
Lead construction procurements including competitive dialogues, management and monitoring of contracts and supplier performance to ensure value and quality of delivery.
Provide innovative procurement solutions to deliver high profile projects on time and on budget as a key member of multiple project delivery teams.
Provide strategic advice to leadership, identify opportunities and plan supply chain activities.
Work closely with managers and colleagues in Growth, Housing, Property, Legal and Finance across both Councils
The main accountabilities associated with the role include but are not limited to;
To lead on the development of strategic sourcing options for Procurements related to a range of capital projects.
Take a leadership role on behalf of borough officers in direct negotiations with suppliers, clients and other providers of services.
Lead major procurements using the appropriate methods and procedures.
Advise Directors, Members, staff, external consultants and others on complex procurement and contractual matters associated with capital projects.
Provide professional challenge and advice to colleagues, managers and partner organisations.
Manage responses to complex professional or politically sensitive issues within the area of responsibility.
Lead major procurements using the appropriate methods and procedures. Guide relevant procurements via DPS.
Manage major projects and control allocated resources from support services and service areas
Lead on delivery of sustainable procurement outcomes required by the programme, covering all elements of sustainability.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following competencies/attributes;
Educated to degree standard or equivalent
Relevant professional qualification
Full member of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) or equivalent strategic procurement/sourcing experience
Extensive knowledge of experience of applying modern best practice construction procurement contracts from concept through to delivery,
Suitable experience on major capital programmes and complex projects
Experience of developing and successfully delivering sourcing solutions, realising strategic objectives
The client is looking to move quickly with appointing to this position and as such, are offering a salary of £53.5k - £56.7k with a possible additional market supplement of £5k, along with an excellent and competitive benefits package.
If this position sounds of interest, please email a copy of your up to date CV to (url removed) or call Jamal at Service Care Construction on (phone number removed).
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Jun 08, 2020
Permanent
A Local Authority based in East London is looking for an experienced and motivated procurement Category Manager with extensive experience of complex construction and capital projects. This is a full time, Permanent position and the successful candidate will be an integral part of the growing team, delivering sustained excellence and innovation across construction and capital programmes to benefit our citizens, businesses and staff.
The successful candidate must have extensive experience with Construction project management, capital programmes and procurement.
This is a key role that works closely with senior managers and suppliers to lead, develop, deliver and manage the supply chain that supports construction. The scope of the role includes but is not limited to;
Lead construction procurements including competitive dialogues, management and monitoring of contracts and supplier performance to ensure value and quality of delivery.
Provide innovative procurement solutions to deliver high profile projects on time and on budget as a key member of multiple project delivery teams.
Provide strategic advice to leadership, identify opportunities and plan supply chain activities.
Work closely with managers and colleagues in Growth, Housing, Property, Legal and Finance across both Councils
The main accountabilities associated with the role include but are not limited to;
To lead on the development of strategic sourcing options for Procurements related to a range of capital projects.
Take a leadership role on behalf of borough officers in direct negotiations with suppliers, clients and other providers of services.
Lead major procurements using the appropriate methods and procedures.
Advise Directors, Members, staff, external consultants and others on complex procurement and contractual matters associated with capital projects.
Provide professional challenge and advice to colleagues, managers and partner organisations.
Manage responses to complex professional or politically sensitive issues within the area of responsibility.
Lead major procurements using the appropriate methods and procedures. Guide relevant procurements via DPS.
Manage major projects and control allocated resources from support services and service areas
Lead on delivery of sustainable procurement outcomes required by the programme, covering all elements of sustainability.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following competencies/attributes;
Educated to degree standard or equivalent
Relevant professional qualification
Full member of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) or equivalent strategic procurement/sourcing experience
Extensive knowledge of experience of applying modern best practice construction procurement contracts from concept through to delivery,
Suitable experience on major capital programmes and complex projects
Experience of developing and successfully delivering sourcing solutions, realising strategic objectives
The client is looking to move quickly with appointing to this position and as such, are offering a salary of £53.5k - £56.7k with a possible additional market supplement of £5k, along with an excellent and competitive benefits package.
If this position sounds of interest, please email a copy of your up to date CV to (url removed) or call Jamal at Service Care Construction on (phone number removed).
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