Procurement Manager

Location: Cambridgeshire

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Procurement professional to join a leading organisation within the life sciences sector. This strategic procurement role offers the chance to shape category strategies, influence senior stakeholders, and deliver commercial value across a diverse portfolio of goods, services, and works.

Working within a complex and innovative environment, you will play a key role in driving procurement excellence, sustainability, supplier performance, and value-for-money outcomes.

Your new role

In this role you will lead the development and delivery of category strategies that align with organisational objectives and support long-term operational and commercial success.

Key responsibilities include:

Developing and implementing category and sourcing strategies across assigned spend areas
Managing high-value and complex procurement projects from market engagement through to contract award
Building strong relationships with stakeholders to understand business requirements and provide strategic procurement advice
Conducting market analysis to identify opportunities, risks, innovation, and cost efficiencies
Managing supplier relationships to maximise value, performance, and sustainability outcomes
Leading strategic sourcing, tendering, and contract negotiation activities
Driving continuous improvement initiatives and procurement best practice
Ensuring compliance with public sector procurement regulations and internal governance requirements
Delivering financial savings, risk reduction, and enhanced supplier performance across the category portfolio

What you'll need to succeed

Defined procurement experience within a complex procurement or category management environment.
Life sciences experience is an advantage, with strong consideration also given to candidates working in a Manufacturing/NPI environment or Technology category.
Strong commercial, sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiation skills
Experience managing high-value procurement projects and stakeholder relationships
Excellent communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills
Ability to operate effectively in a changing and fast-paced environment
Strong understanding of value-for-money principles, sustainability, and strategic sourcing methodologies
Degree qualification or equivalent professional experience

What you'll get in return

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including 8 weeks holiday, hybrid working with 2 days per week in the office.
Opportunity to influence strategic procurement decisions within a leading life sciences environment
Exposure to complex and high-profile procurement projects
Professional development and career progression opportunities
Collaborative and supportive procurement team
Chance to contribute to sustainability, innovation, and long-term organisational success

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