Procurement Manager - Hard FM

Unite Students has an amazing opportunity for an FM Procurement Manager in our great procurement teamReporting to the Senior Procurement Manager FM, the role will be responsible for the procurement strategy, activity and delivery for Hard Facilities Management and related capital expenditure (e.g. fit-out and refurb) at Unite - working in partnership with internal customers to develop and undertake leading procurement processes and tactics to deliver real value to our business whilst fostering strong supplier relationships that optimise performance, minimise supply chain risk and seekinnovative approaches.What You`ll Be DoingStrategic procurement of Hard FM, Fit-Out and related capital expenditure (including painting and refurbishment, plumbing, heating, general building works and materials, fire, access systems, statutory compliance, energy & environment initiatives), with support to any other significant operational category spend as requiredSourcing, selecting and negotiating industry leading supply solutions that deliver real value to Unite, our suppliers, our customers and our shareholders alikeAct as a change agent - positively challenging the status quo where it leads to valueBeing a partner to our internal customers - listening and understanding their needs and interpreting these into leading procurement activity, explaining and sharing supply agreements and performance expectationsBeing a procurement role model - demonstrating influence and commercial acumen, an active contributor to the success of the teamManaging risk and sustainable procurement in the professional services supply chainMaintain excellent customer relationships with operation and regional estates frontline and leadership teams to enable fast problem solving and `one-team` mentalityDraft supply contracts and negotiating terms that maximise value and limit risk, maintaining major contractual agreements and supporting our city team stakeholdersFormulate strategies across accountable categories in conjunction with key stakeholdersProvide expert contractual and commercial advice to the team and business stakeholdersActively contributing to Unite`s ESG goals by listening to our suppliers and developing sustainable procurement strategiesBe a procurement leader - actively contributing to the development of the function and promoting procurement in every respectWhat We`re Looking for in YouAbility to build relationships and rapport regardless of individual or levelA `customer-first`mindset to ensure the supply requirements of the business are fully understoodCommunication skills: Strong written and verbal communication, able to influence stakeholders and suppliers alike andnegotiate successfullyCommercial intuition to proactively identify and unlock maximum valueAccountability: Able to prioritise work, meet deadlines and targetsAnalytical Skills: A curious individual, with strong problem solving skills and techniques. Able to understand and carry out analysis and draw out conclusionsTechnical Knowledge: Knowledge of Procurement processes, specifically Supplier Relationship Management and Contracts Management is desirableAbility to negotiate complex commercial agreements, and a skilled mediator that is able to resolve performance issues or disputesExtensive category management experience in related category and ideally fully or part CIPS qualified (or equivalent qualification) with a desire to continue to developWhat You`ll Get in ReturnAn annual bonus so you can share in the company`s success25 days` paid holidayPension - based on how much you save, we`ll contribute 1% moreFlexible working opportunitiesShared Parental Leave - 18 weeks full payOther benefits include, ShareSave, Bike to Work, Charity Match, amazing discounts and more!About Unite StudentsFounded in 1991, Unite Students is a FTSE 100 business and the UK`s leading provider of purpose-built student accommodation. You can find us in 25 leading university towns and cities, with 74,000 students calling US home! We are driven by our values, culture, and a commitment to develop diverse and inclusive teams, filled with positive energy and new ideas.Instinctive inclusion. We know that to create and maintain a happy healthy organisation, we have to work hard to ensure inclusion isn`t just what we do but who we are.People make Unite Students. Employees, students and neighbours all contribute to building environments where we can all thrive.Room for EveryoneWe`re proud to be an employer that embraces individuality, and we`re passionate about building inclusive teams. We focus on creating a collaborative culture where you can be you, where your voice is heard, and where you can truly belong. We take great pride in being rated Gold Investors in People and are constantly striving to provide the highest standard of learning and development opportunities and professional pathways for our people. Building a home for success, for both our employees and students, requires exceptional people with a passion for creating room for everyone, doing what`s right, keeping US safe, and raising the bar. Join us as we build better experiences for students that live with us.Enter your name and your friends email address and click send. Your Name
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