Procurement Manager

Connaught House, Colchester, Essex

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Essex

Are you looking for a new challenge and ready to take the lead in shaping the future of care? Care UK is an awarding winning private care company with over 160 care homes across the United Kingdom. We are seeking a dynamic Procurement Manager to join our vibrant and dedicated team.

At Care UK, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our residents and our values of Caring, Passionate and Teamwork are at the heart of all we do. Our success is built on the strength of our people and with a vast network of care homes and a diverse range of support functions, we're on a mission to find exceptional talent to join us on our journey.

The role: Reporting to the Procurement Lead; you will have an opportunity to support the strategic and tactical direction to identify opportunities to improve commercial, contractual and supplier management activities to deliver savings and service delivery improvements to support our homes.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsible for supporting the Procurement
Manage a preferred supplier list and support the negotiation process ensuring that homes purchasing processes are being followed.
Analyse monthly supplier reports, spend data identifying trends to support cost reduction initiatives.
Reacting to change in demand or legislation
Liaising with other departments and key stakeholders across the organisation to support and mobilise projects to completion.
Supporting users of online shopping portal for ordering resident lifestyle items.
Monitor and manage the Procurement email mailbox
To identify new savings opportunities and run review activity through flexible engagement with other teams and departments within Care UK

What We're Looking For:

Minimum of 5 years Procurement experience, care sector preferred but not essential
Able to self-manage and organise
Desire to Deliver ‘value for money’ to the business while maintaining quality
Possess good soft skills

Why Join Care UK?

Be part of a dynamic and growing organisation dedicated to providing outstanding care.
Collaborate with a diverse and talented team in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents and contribute to the success of our care homes.

We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for helping others. We see the potential in everyone, let us fulfil yours. If you're ready to take your recruitment career to the next level and be a part of something extraordinary, we want to hear from you!

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Location

Connaught House
Colchester
Essex
CO4 9QB

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Salary

Competitive salary

Contract

Permanent

Reference

SYS-15141

A care career at Care UK

Develop a fulfilling career as part of a caring and supportive team at Care UK. If you're passionate about helping others, we'll offer you a rewarding job with excellent training opportunities so you can continue to develop your skills.

Whether you’re new to care or are already a committed carer looking to take the next step in your career, at Care UK you can find a fulfilling career as part of a close-knit, friendly team.

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Procurement Manager

Essex

At a glance

A care career at Care UK