Procurement Manager

Location: LondonType: PermanentSalary: up to 65,000Consultant: Olivia PurdyContact: : Procurement Manger Location – East London (4 days per week on site)Procurement Heads are working with a leisure client who are looking for a commercially astute Procurement Manager to play a key role in driving value, reducing supply chain risk, and shaping procurement strategy within a fast-paced, multi-functional environment. You’ll operate as a trusted business partner across the organisation, working closely with stakeholders to unlock efficiencies, deliver cost savings, and support strategic growth. This role offers high visibility, real ownership, and the chance to influence how procurement delivers impact across the business.What You’ll Be DoingAs Procurement Manager, you will take ownership of end-to-end procurement activity and act as a central point of expertise for sourcing and supplier strategy. Your role will include:Strategic Procurement & SourcingDesign and deliver sourcing strategies across a range of categoriesLead tender processes end-to-end: supplier identification, evaluation, negotiation and contract awardNegotiate commercial agreements that maximise value and reduce riskStakeholder Engagement & Business PartneringPartner with budget holders and contract managers to understand requirements and shape procurement plansBuild strong relationships with senior stakeholders to influence decision-making and drive resultsCollaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, Safety and Project teamsSupplier & Contract ManagementDevelop and maintain strong supplier relationships to drive performance and innovationSupport contract managers with supplier performance and relationship managementEnsure robust contract governance, lifecycle management and accurate documentationData, Insights & PerformanceAnalyse supplier spend and procurement data (e.g. using Power BI) to generate actionable insightsPresent data-driven recommendations to senior stakeholdersMonitor procurement performance and identify continuous improvement opportunitiesRisk, Compliance & SustainabilityEnsure procurement activities meet compliance, governance and risk management requirementsSupport sustainability initiatives through responsible sourcing practicesMaintain audit-ready processes and documentationContinuous ImprovementIdentify opportunities to enhance procurement processes, systems and ways of workingPromote a culture of efficiency, collaboration and high performanceDeliver excellent internal customer service across all interactionsWhat they are looking for:They are looking for a proactive and commercially minded procurement professional who thrives in a dynamic environment: Experience in a commercial or procurement role, ideally within a fast-paced settingStrong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levelsProven experience delivering sourcing strategies and managing tendersExcellent analytical skills, with experience using data to support decision-makingConfident negotiator with strong commercial acumenHighly organised, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlinesA continuous improvement mindset with a proactive, solutions-driven approachHigh level of discretion when managing confidential informationWhy This Role Stands OutOpportunity to shape procurement strategy and deliver measurable business impactExposure to senior stakeholders and cross-functional decision-makingA varied role covering multiple categories and business areasA culture that values collaboration, innovation and continuous improvementSalary – up to 65,000 + benefits