Procurement Manager – Operations

This job is brought to you by Jobs/Redefined, the UK's leading over-50s age inclusive jobs board. Job Description We are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager with a background to support Operations Procurement in the Passenger Services category team, helping Heathrow to achieve our purpose of making every journey better. Managing multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced dynamic business critical category, you'll manage the sourcing, procurement, contract assurance, implementation, and post-contract management activities. You will coordinate end-to-end procurement management with a focus on Supplier Relationship Management and Sustainability. Working closely with business stakeholders, you'll drive value for Heathrow to maximize delivery, minimize risk, and deliver benefits to the organization through cost savings, fostering supplier relationships, and improved operations. Responsibilities Owning the end-to-end procurement lifecycle Delivery of robust contractual documentation including drafting and negotiation Maintaining well-informed effective category plans and developing strategies which will be presented to relevant senior stakeholders, using creative commercial models, market-leading technology, and trends that will drive regulatory compliance and a competitive edge for the business Executing sourcing activity in line with Heathrow governance procedures, driving best in class behaviors Maintaining established processes for supplier management, claims management, benefits and savings, and continuous improvement targets whilst meeting all contract, regulatory, risk-reward, and exit strategy requirements Managing and owning the SRM process for key stakeholders up to Executive level (internal and external) Qualifications Proven experience in a variety of Procurement and Contracting models and environments using a range of reimbursement models Aptitude for delivering multiple projects to meet business affordability targets and achievement of Key Performance Indicators through strong Supplier & Stakeholder Relationship Management Demonstrable Contract and Supplier Management experience Ability to confidently work with data Ideally, you'll also have: End-to-end contract management experience CIPS - either achieved or working towards completion Experience working in an aviation or any regulated business environment About Us There's something special about working at the world's most iconic airport. Its sights, sounds, and constant air of excitement create an amazing backdrop to a career filled with unique opportunities. Every day, you'll discover a world full of fresh possibilities and end the day buzzing with stories to tell, as you encounter people from all cultures, nationalities, and experiences. Join us on that journey and we'll help you achieve your ambitions too. Supporting you to learn, encouraging you to be yourself, and backing you to achieve more than you might ever have imagined. Our rewards We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits that will support you now and in the future. As well as performance-based annual bonuses and our longer-term Share in Success Bonus plans, we also offer generous annual leave allowances and market-leading pensions. Working Location Our Hybrid working approach offers the opportunity for colleagues in some roles to work from home for an average of two days a week, providing the flexibility to work in an agile way while ensuring we deliver for the operational needs of Heathrow. Equal Opportunities As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all. We believe that diverse talent makes us stronger. Heathrow is an accessible place to work, and we champion inclusivity and celebrate individuality. About the Team Together, we're working to welcome millions more passengers while ensuring aviation can continue to be a force for good by leading global efforts in sustainability. At Heathrow, you can be part of this - providing solutions that make every journey better for millions each year.

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