Graduate Group Procurement Manager

Social network you want to login/join with: Graduate Group Procurement Manager, Sheffield Client: JLA Group Location: Sheffield, United Kingdom Job Category: Other EU work permit required: Yes Job Reference: 6b651525a74e Posted: See job posting date Expiry Date: 06.08.2025 Job Description: Location Manchester/Sheffield/Ripponden. Salary £30 – £34,000 + CIPS course funded. Vacancy Type: Permanent/Full Time. Job Profile and Job Description below. Job title Graduate Group Procurement Manager Function Procurement Location Ripponden / National Reports to TBC – Group SC Director Responsible for staff N/A About our business JLA is a mission-critical infrastructure solutions business offering services in Laundry, Catering, Heating, Fire Safety, Infection Control, and Air Conditioning. The company provides an end-to-end, on-premise machine supply and breakdown service called Total Care, along with additional products and services. JLA is driven by a world-class Sales & Marketing engine, owns and maintains all assets, and has an efficient on-site operations team working daily with customers. Role overview The Group Procurement Manager will develop and implement procurement strategies across our group of companies. They will manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure the efficient and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. They will collaborate across departments to optimize procurement practices. The team is small and newly formed, and the candidate will work on projects across all sectors sourcing both direct and indirect goods and services. Key tasks Key Responsibilities include: Procurement Strategy and Category Management: Support development and execution of procurement strategies aligned with company goals, driving category management plans. Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on performance, cost, quality, ESG, and reliability. Maintain strong relationships and manage performance. Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contracts to secure favorable terms. Cost Control: Implement cost-saving initiatives and monitor expenses. Procurement Process Improvement: Enhance efficiency, transparency, and compliance. Supplier onboarding: Lead the onboarding of new suppliers to ensure savings and performance improvements. Budget Management: Develop and oversee procurement budgets. Compliance: Ensure adherence to laws, regulations, and policies. Maintain records. Supplier Diversity: Promote working with diverse suppliers. Market Analysis: Stay informed on industry trends and technologies. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate supply chain risks. Reporting: Prepare procurement reports and KPIs for management. #J-18808-Ljbffr