DISTINCT RECRUITMENT LIMITED
Procurement Manager - Indirect
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Are you an experienced Procurement professional looking to shape and develop procurement strategy within a growing, regulated business?
We're looking for a commercially minded Procurement Manager | Category Manager to lead procurement activity, strengthen supplier governance and drive value across the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to establish best practice, influence senior stakeholders and play a key role in managing supplier relationships and third-party risk.
Location: Leeds (Hybrid – 3 days office, 2 days home)
Salary: £55,000 per annum
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The Role
- Leading sourcing and tender activities from end to end.
- Negotiating supplier contracts and commercial terms.
- Managing supplier performance, KPIs and contract renewals.
- Developing procurement policies, processes and governance.
- Overseeing supplier due diligence and third-party risk management.
- Working closely with Finance, Risk, Legal, Compliance and IT to ensure robust supplier oversight.
- Producing procurement reporting, spend analysis and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
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About You
- Previous experience in Indirect Procurement, Strategic Sourcing or Supplier Management.
- Strong commercial negotiation and contract management skills.
- Experience developing procurement processes and supplier governance.
- The ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across the business.
- Excellent organisational skills and commercial awareness.
- Experience working within a regulated environment would be advantageous.
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