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.