Procurement Specialist

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We are seeking a Procurement Specialist to play a pivotal part in managing c£50million worth of spend across a range of indirect categories ( Hard FM , Soft FM, IT, Marketing) and some direct goods. Reporting directly into the Head of Procurement and offering you scope to make a real difference! This would suit someone who can’t help but notice opportunities to leverage savings and mitigate risk- and with the enthusiasm and stakeholder engagement skills to bring those opportunities to fruition. This is a high-impact role for a commercially astute procurement professional who is motivated by continuous improvement, stakeholder collaboration, and delivering measurable results. Key Responsibilities of the Procurement Specialist: Procurement Strategy & Execution : Working with the Head of Procurement, Lead initiatives for the development and implementation of procurement strategies that align with organisational goals and deliver long-term value. Contract Management : Establish and maintain a robust contract management framework, ensuring compliance, mitigating risk, and optimising supplier performance. Supplier & Vendor Management : Build and nurture strong supplier relationships to ensure service excellence, innovation, and competitive pricing. Spend Optimisation : Identify opportunities to consolidate spend, streamline procurement processes, and drive cost efficiencies. Risk & Compliance : Proactively manage procurement risks and ensure all contracts and supplier engagements meet regulatory and internal standards. Performance Monitoring : Track procurement KPIs, analyse trends, and implement best practices to enhance operational effectiveness. About You- The ideal Procurement Specialist would have: Proven experience in procurement and contract management, ideally within a fast-paced or evolving organisation. Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage complex supplier relationships and contracts. A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Highly organised, analytical, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively. Location: 3 days a week in Northampton ( Easily accessed from M1) Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 + car allowance + bonus Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Purchasing Industries Facilities Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Procurement Heads by 2x Get notified about new Procurement Specialist jobs in Northamptonshire, England, United Kingdom . 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