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.