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Our client, a global leader in Facilities Management, is seeking a Strategic Procurement and Supply Chain Manager to join their team in London!
* Hybrid working
* Working alongside Industry Leaders
* Salary Up to £60,000 + Car Allowance
The Role
* This hybrid role, based in London, offers the flexibility of remote working.
* You will report to the central SCM function with a dotted line into the retail operations team.
About You
* You are a highly motivated, articulate professional with extensive experience in Strategic Procurement and Supply Chain Management, particularly within the Retail Facility Management (FM) sector.
* A relevant degree qualification is a strong advantage, along with a background in FM operations and a technical understanding of hard and soft services.
* Your ability to build lasting client and vendor relationships, along with strong Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) skills, is essential.
* Your commercial acumen, supplier network within the FM marketplace, and experience with ESG initiatives will set you apart.
* You are digitally savvy, with advanced skills in procurement software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. Familiarity with PowerBI and CAFM systems is a bonus, and a CIPS qualification or training towards it is desirable.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead strategic procurement activities, including supplier sourcing, negotiations, and spend analysis.
* Collaborate closely with the procurement & SCM function and retail operations teams.
* Manage commercial strategy, contract management, and tender processes.
* Lead supply chain mobilisation and transformation during the account lifecycle.
* Oversee supplier onboarding and liaise with cross-functional teams (operations, QHSE, finance).
* Support ethical and sustainable procurement practices.
* Ensure supply chain governance, risk management, and compliance.
* Monitor supplier performance and manage contract documentation.
* Contribute to stakeholder management and maintain industry contacts.
Qualifications & Experience
* Degree qualification (Preferred)
* CIPS qualification or training towards it (desirable).
* Experience in retail, facilities management, procurement, and contract law.
* Strong negotiation, organizational, and communication skills.
* Experience with PowerBI and CAFM systems is a plus.
Location & Salary
* London-based (Hybrid).
* Salary: Up to £60,000 + Car Allowance (dependent on experience).
If you're ready to take on an exciting challenge in a dynamic environment, apply now