Procurement Manager
Procurement Manager – Multi-Sector Services
Location: Hove
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
The Shore Group, a dynamic and fast-growing £240m Support Services organisation, is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead procurement operations across diverse sectors including Construction, Retail, Civils, and Property Services.
This is a strategic role focused on driving cost efficiency, ensuring supply chain compliance and supporting business growth through effective procurement leadership.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement procurement strategies for both direct (e.g. materials, subcontractor packages) and indirect spend categories.
* Lead supplier relationship management, including performance reviews, audits and negotiations.
* Ensure compliance with SHEQ standards, governance frameworks and risk management protocols.
* Collaborate with commercial and operational teams to support bids, tenders and project delivery.
* Drive value engineering initiatives and align procurement with long-term social value goals.
Essential Experience & Qualifications:
* Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or related/equivalent field.
* CIPS Level 4+ (or working towards Chartered status).
* Minimum 5 years’ procurement experience in construction, FM, or multi-service environments.
* Proven success in managing both direct and indirect spend.
* Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
* Familiar with framework agreements and compliant supply chains.
* Excellent stakeholder management and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
Personal Attributes:
* Strategic thinker with hands-on operational capability.
* Resilient, adaptable, and collaborative.
* Ethical approach with a commitment to governance and compliance.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits.
* Opportunity to shape procurement strategy within a high-growth business.
* Exposure to blue-chip clients and diverse sectors – including major retailers, construction and property brands
* Support for professional development and CIPS progression.
* Well-being initiatives and comprehensive training.
* Contribution to an ambitious 2030 social value strategy