Elevation Procurement & Supply Chain are delighted to be partnered with a leading Passenger Transport organisation in the search and selection of a Senior Procurement Manager, within their developing and transitioning procurement function.

This role will work closely with the Head of Procurement and across the senior procurement team to deliver a wide range of contracts, tenders and other procurement activity whilst ensuring compliance with required legislation and public sector regulations.

Lead a team responsible for the procuring and management of operational, engineering, Information systems and other goods and services.

Accountabilities:
• Management of a team and their delivery to satisfy internal customers’ purchasing needs and balancing of workload to achieve agreed deadlines.
• Identify, develop and balance commercial and procurement opportunities across the business and supply chain to drive and add value, engaging with all internal and external group functions and stakeholders.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve operational efficiencies and drive value for money.
• Develop and build on key stakeholder relationships within Northern and the Group and central to drive engagement with the procurement function and value.
• Negotiate and complete potentially complex contract terms and conditions with preferred suppliers, minimising the business risks and liabilities, using professional support as deemed necessary.
• Assess and constructively challenge business requirements and specifications to ensure they offer best value, are fit for purpose and, where appropriate, have drawn upon best practice and collaborative advantage drawn from shareholders’ existing or proposed agreements.
• Prepare and issue procurement documentation and Invitations to tender as may be required.
• Leadership, support, and development of the procurement team members.

Background & experience:

• At least 5 years’ experience and successful track record in procurement of complex and high value goods and services.
• A proven self-starter who can identify opportunities and requirements and work on their own initiative.
• You will be able to negotiate complex commercial agreements and contract terms.
• You will have excellent communication and relationship management skills.
• You will be a strong leader and team worker and able to operate across multiple levels and drive engagement.
• You will be flexible and able to manage and prioritise changing business needs and workloads.
• Good knowledge of procurement law including the Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016
• Experience of presenting to, engaging with and influencing at senior management and Board level. (A demonstrated public sector procurement background)
• CIPS qualification and educated to degree level desirable

A hybrid working role with the flexible to be based from either their York, Leeds or Manchester office locations.

£65,000 - £75,000 + benefits including free travel and excellent pension scheme

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and or get in touch with Pete Simmonds for more information!