Procurement Manager

Business Unit / Team: Chief Operating OfficeSalary range: GBP54,400 - GBP68,000 per annum DOE + red-hot benefitsLocation: Hybrid - work from anywhere within the UK with occasional travel (minimum monthly to offices in Glasgow or Gosforth or VM Hub)Contract Type: Permanent

Be a change maker with more cha-ching

Our Team Procurement function is an established function covering all the categories of third party spend in the Bank. The function is regarded as a key enabler in achieving the cost reduction plans of the Bank through the identification and adoption of innovative third party sourcing solutions aimed at driving maximum value from all VM engagements with third parties.

What you'll be doing• lead key procurement initiatives for business units and develop and lead within the Brand / Marketing and Property Services categories within the Non IT Procurement Team.• Develop and drive the category strategy for Brand / Marketing and Property Services, with the focus on the appropriate use of firms, ensuring the right engagement model and identify and leverage commercial opportunities.• Create strong and effective relationships with key stakeholders across the Bank, as well as with key supplier relationships.• Lead on tendering processes and complex procurement initiatives, ensuring that all stakeholder requirements are met within required timeframes and result in the most commercially attractive terms and conditions for the Bank.

We need you to have • Resilience and confidence when operating in an environment where change is the norm• Ability to understand complex contractual documentation and identification of key issues• Ability to communicate effectively with senior colleagues / stakeholders and to network across the Bank• Strong negotiation and influencing skills• Ability to cope with multiple priorities in a changing environment.• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills with the ability to influence in a collaborative manner.• Regulatory Background• Category Management experience

It's a bonus if you have but not essential• Brand / Marketing and Property Services Procurement Knowledge• Knowledge of the Supply Chains and Supply Markets• Knowledge of Sourcing Strategies and Opportunities

Red Hot Rewards• Generous holidays - 38.5 days annual leave (including bank holidays and prorated if Part-Time) plus the option to buy more • Up to five extra paid well-being days per year • 20 weeks paid, gender-neutral family leave (52 weeks in total) for expectant parents and those looking to adopt • Market-leading pension • Free private medical cover, income protection and life assurance • Flexible benefits include Cycle to Work, wellness and health assessments, and critical illness • Ability to work anywhere in the UK (where the role allows)

And there's no waiting around, you'll enjoy these benefits from day one.

Feeling insatiably curious about this role? Apply as soon as you can. If we're lucky to receive a lot of interest, we may close the advert early and would hate you to miss out.

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