Hays
Assistant Director of Procurement

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Hays are delighted to be partnering with a well-established, values-driven organisation to recruit an Assistant Director of Procurement & Property Management. This is a strategically important leadership role offering the opportunity to shape and deliver procurement and property initiatives that support long-term organisational objectives, operational excellence and value for money.
Your new role
As Assistant Director of Procurement & Property Management, you will provide strategic leadership across procurement, estates and property functions. You will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement and property plans, driving continuous improvement, ensuring robust governance and delivering commercial value across the organisation.
- Oversee contract and supplier performance
- Manage procurement activity relating to estates, facilities management and capital projects
- Lead savings and efficiency initiatives
- Ensure compliance with relevant policies and regulatory requirements
- Work closely with senior stakeholders to support decision-making, manage risk and contribute to the wider strategic direction of the organisation
- Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement
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What you'll need to succeed
- MCIPS qualified, working towards MCIPS, or hold an equivalent procurement qualification
- Significant experience in a senior procurement leadership role
- Strong background in sourcing, tendering, contract management and supplier relationship management
- Knowledge of UK procurement regulations, governance and best practice
- Experience procuring estates, facilities management, maintenance or compliance-related services
- Demonstrable experience developing and delivering strategic procurement or property initiatives
- Strong commercial awareness with the ability to analyse spend, develop business cases and identify cost-saving opportunities
- Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with experience engaging at senior leadership level
- Proven people management experience with a track record of developing teams and driving performance
- Strong IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Office applications and digital collaboration tools


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What you'll get in return
- Opportunity to join a senior leadership team and influence organisational strategy
- A varied and rewarding role with responsibility across both procurement and property functions
- The chance to lead meaningful change and continuous improvement initiatives
- Support for ongoing professional development
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Flexible and collaborative working environment
- Opportunity to make a lasting impact within a values-led organisation
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