Procurement & Cost Optimisation Manager
Role Purpose
The Procurement & Cost Optimisation Manager will lead the Group's procurement strategy and cost optimisation agenda, delivering savings aligned to annual budgets. This hands-on leadership role requires an experienced procurement professional to identify cost-saving opportunities, lead sourcing initiatives and ensure benefits are realised in the P&L. Working closely with key stakeholders, the role will strengthen procurement capability, improve supplier performance and support sustainable business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement Strategy & Delivery
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Develop and implement a Group-wide procurement strategy across indirect spend categories.
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Deliver sourcing initiatives aligned to business priorities and budgets.
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Drive supplier consolidation, demand management and procurement best practice.
Cost Savings, Planning & Control
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Own and deliver the annual procurement savings agenda.
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Analyse spend data to identify and prioritise cost-saving opportunities.
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Track and report savings delivery with Finance to ensure P&L impact.
Supplier Management & Commercial Negotiation
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Lead supplier negotiations, tenders and contract renewals.
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Manage supplier performance through KPIs and review processes.
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Manage commercial, operational and contractual risks.
Governance & Compliance
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Maintain procurement policies, controls and approval frameworks.
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Improve contract management, compliance and spend governance.
Stakeholder Engagement
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Partner with stakeholders across Finance, Retail, Operations, Supply Chain, IT, Property and HR.
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Provide commercial support and promote value-driven decision-making.
Leadership
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Lead, develop and mentor the procurement team.
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Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and results delivery.
Candidate Profile
Experience
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Significant procurement experience with indirect spend responsibility.
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Proven record of delivering measurable cost savings.
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Experience in retail, FMCG, wholesale, distribution or similar commercial environments.
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Experience building or transforming procurement functions desirable.
Skills & Competencies
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Strong commercial, financial and analytical capability.
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Excellent negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills.
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Able to operate strategically while remaining hands-on.
Qualifications
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Degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain or related discipline.
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CIPS or equivalent qualification desirable.
Success Measures
Delivery of procurement savings, improved supplier performance, stronger compliance and governance, successful procurement transformation and positive stakeholder engagement.
