Procurement & Cost Optimisation Manager

Procurement & Cost Optimisation Manager

Role Purpose

The Procurement & Cost Optimisation Manager will lead the Group's procurement strategy and cost optimisation agenda, delivering savings aligned to annual budgets. This hands-on leadership role requires an experienced procurement professional to identify cost-saving opportunities, lead sourcing initiatives and ensure benefits are realised in the P&L. Working closely with key stakeholders, the role will strengthen procurement capability, improve supplier performance and support sustainable business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Strategy & Delivery

• Develop and implement a Group-wide procurement strategy across indirect spend categories.

• Deliver sourcing initiatives aligned to business priorities and budgets.

• Drive supplier consolidation, demand management and procurement best practice.

Cost Savings, Planning & Control

• Own and deliver the annual procurement savings agenda.

• Analyse spend data to identify and prioritise cost-saving opportunities.

• Track and report savings delivery with Finance to ensure P&L impact.

Supplier Management & Commercial Negotiation

• Lead supplier negotiations, tenders and contract renewals.

• Manage supplier performance through KPIs and review processes.

• Manage commercial, operational and contractual risks.

Governance & Compliance

• Maintain procurement policies, controls and approval frameworks.

• Improve contract management, compliance and spend governance.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with stakeholders across Finance, Retail, Operations, Supply Chain, IT, Property and HR.

• Provide commercial support and promote value-driven decision-making.

Leadership

• Lead, develop and mentor the procurement team.

• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and results delivery.

Candidate Profile

Experience

• Significant procurement experience with indirect spend responsibility.

• Proven record of delivering measurable cost savings.

• Experience in retail, FMCG, wholesale, distribution or similar commercial environments.

• Experience building or transforming procurement functions desirable.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong commercial, financial and analytical capability.

• Excellent negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills.

• Able to operate strategically while remaining hands-on.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain or related discipline.

• CIPS or equivalent qualification desirable.

Success Measures

Delivery of procurement savings, improved supplier performance, stronger compliance and governance, successful procurement transformation and positive stakeholder engagement.