Indirect Procurement Manager

Job title

Senior Buyer / Procurement Manager – Indirect.

Salary

£50k-£60k (dependent on experience) + out to 10% bonus and benefits package.

Location and remote/flexible working options

UK-based. Hybrid working.

Introduction to the company

The company is strengthening its group indirect procurement capability.
This is a new role with real ownership. You’ll shape the indirect strategy, run key tenders, and take control of fleet.

There is an incredible culture in this business, a real positive feel about the office environment, they work hard but it’s fun.

You will be supported but not micromanaged, the senior leadership believe in letting the team have autonomy to do what they are best at.

Role and responsibilities

You’ll lead a portfolio of indirect goods and services across the group, including fleet, logistics, marketing, facilities management, and GNFR.

You will:

* Build and deliver the group indirect procurement strategy.

* Create category strategies and put them into action end-to-end.

* Lead sourcing projects and market tenders.

* Negotiate contracts and commercial terms with suppliers.

* Own supplier and contract management, pricing, and service levels.

* Deliver KPIs across cost, cash, quality, service, and continuity of supply.

* Gather and use market intelligence to guide decisions.

* Own the group fleet and lead the fleet team.

* Ensure agreements use formal legal terms and conditions.

* Coach stakeholders on procurement topics and good practice.

* Spot savings and value opportunities and drive them through to results.

Key requirements (qualifications and skills)

Essential:

* 5+ years’ experience in a fast-paced procurement team.

* Clear indirect category ownership experience.

* Greenfield indirect experience across areas such as: fleet, logistics, marketing, FM.

* Degree (or equivalent) and/or full CIPS membership (Level
6).

* Strong stakeholder management — able to influence and land change.

* Confident running tenders and negotiations end-to-end.

* Full clean driving licence and willingness to travel across the UK.

Desirable:

* CIPS Ethical Procurement and Supply certificate.

* ASCM membership.

* Experience in distribution, engineering, or fluid power environments.

Benefits and perks

* Hybrid working and autonomy to shape the role.

* Exposure to senior stakeholders across multiple businesses.

* Training and professional development support (including CIPS-related development).

* Company benefits package (pension, 25 days holiday, wellbeing support).

This is an excellent opportunity to join a great business and team so don’t hesitate to apply, this won’t be available for long