Procurement Manager - Estates

The University of Warwick, a top-tier UK institution renowned for excellence in research, teaching, and innovation, is recruiting a Procurement Manager to join its Estates Procurement Team. This team plays a vital role in supporting the university’s Estates operations, which encompass planning, constructing, and maintaining a wide range of facilities—from teaching spaces like the Faculty of Arts to major research centres such as the National Automotive Innovation Centre.

The Estates department is central to creating environments that inspire and support students, staff, business partners, and the local community. The Procurement Manager will contribute to this mission by ensuring effective category and supplier management, reporting directly to the Senior Procurement Manager – Estates (Works and Consultancy).

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver category strategies that drive best value and continuous improvement.
• Manage a defined portfolio of spend, including sourcing activities such as RFQs, formal tenders, and competitive sourcing.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships to ensure benefits realization and robust supplier performance.
• Operate within a framework of procurement regulations and audit procedures.
• Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Contribute to a responsive, efficient, and value-generating procurement service.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Dynamic and comfortable working in a complex organizational environment.
• Experienced in category management and strategic sourcing.
• Skilled negotiator with strong contract management capabilities.
• Excellent communicator with strong planning and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to foster collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Familiar with market dynamics and cost drivers.

Employment Details:

• Salary: £35,608 – 46,049 per annum, plus a £5,000 non-pensionable market supplement.
• Working Hours: Full-time (36.5 hours/week), with consideration for part-time applicants (minimum 30 hours/week).
• Hybrid Working: Minimum 60% in-office (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday), with up to 40% remote working.
• Annual Leave: 30 days paid leave plus Christmas closure.
• Pension Scheme: Attractive USS pension plan.
• Professional Development: Access to sector networks, training, and learning opportunities.
• Facilities: World-class Sports and Wellbeing Hub, Ofsted-rated Outstanding Nursery, and Warwick Arts Centre.

The University offers a stimulating and rewarding environment for procurement professionals, with opportunities to make a meaningful impact on its operations and development. Applicants interested in part-time work should specify their preferred working hours in their application.

Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages. You will be routed to this when you click on the 'Apply' button.

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