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Senior Indirect Procurement Manager
Job Posted: 4 hours ago
Salary: £ 55,000 - 65,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Flint, County of Flintshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Senior Indirect Procurement Manager
Location: UK (Flexible within region)
Business Unit: Global Procurement – Multinational Manufacturing Organization
Function: Procurement
Reports to: Group Head of Indirect Procurement
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Role Overview
As a Senior Indirect Procurement Manager, you will lead the development and execution of a global indirect procurement strategy within a dynamic multinational organization. You will manage a wide portfolio of indirect categories, including professional services, facilities management, IT, logistics, travel, marketing, and corporate services.
The role requires collaboration with stakeholders across global regions – including Europe, the UK, North America, and Australasia – to drive value creation, implement strategic sourcing initiatives, and deliver operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing and category management for indirect procurement categories across multiple geographies.
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Develop and execute procurement strategies that align with global objectives for cost efficiency, risk management, and supplier innovation.
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Conduct market research, spend analysis, benchmarking, and risk assessments to support sourcing decisions.
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Manage supplier relationships, including contract negotiations, performance monitoring, and compliance.
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Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings, supplier rationalization, and process improvements.
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Collaborate with internal departments such as Finance, IT, Legal, and HR to ensure alignment and compliance.
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Oversee tender processes, develop RFPs, evaluate proposals, and negotiate commercial terms.
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Support ESG and sustainability objectives through ethical and responsible sourcing practices.
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Maintain accurate procurement records and supplier data across systems.
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Prepare reports and dashboards to inform decision-making at the leadership level.
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Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of procurement tools, processes, and governance.
Experience & Qualifications
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Extensive experience in indirect procurement, managing categories across regions and business units.
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Proven ability to lead complex sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations.
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Strong commercial and contractual management experience in a global corporate environment.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills at all organizational levels.
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Analytical mindset with the ability to derive insights from procurement and spend data.
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Background in manufacturing or industrial sectors preferred.
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University degree or equivalent; professional procurement certification (e.g., CIPS) advantageous.
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Proficiency with procurement tools and platforms (e.g., SAP, Ariba, Coupa) and Excel.
Skills & Attributes
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Strategic and results-driven
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Strong interpersonal and influencing abilities
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Organized and capable of managing complex projects across time zones
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Adaptable and resilient, with a continuous improvement mindset
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Professional, ethical, and collaborative approach
Working Relationships
Internal Stakeholders:
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Finance, Legal, HR, and IT teams
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Regional and Divisional Leaders
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Operational and Plant Management
External Stakeholders:
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Strategic Suppliers
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