Procurement Manager

The expansion of our Finance team is well underway, adapting and growing to keep up with Cooper Parry’s rapid business growth.

As part of this, we are on the lookout for a Procurement Manager to come and join the team. Someone who will own and manage the end-to-end procurement process. Growth is only going to continue so this role will be vital to ensuring the processes are robust and clearly communicated across the business.

Collaborating with various internal departments, the Procurement Manager will play a critical role in identifying, sourcing, reviewing the best products and services with new and existing suppliers required by the business.

A day in the life of a Procurement Manager…

• Establish & maintain a robust and comprehensive procurement policy and process, centralising across all offices, looking to improve buying power & establish cost savings
• Supporting or leading on complex negotiations to optimise overall commercial position
• Maintaining accurate records of vendors, consultants, and sub-contractors
• Actively working with the internal Sustainability team and our external suppliers to improve carbon reporting and support the business on its journey to Net Zero

• Implement initiatives to optimize spend, working capital, streamline processes
• Drive conversations with stakeholders to increase awareness of cost-saving opportunities

• Evaluate business opportunities, market trends, and operational efficiencies through commercial analysis, translating data into strategic insights

We are constantly evolving as a business, so agility is crucial, especially if you enjoy the challenge that growth & change brings.

You will need to be articulate, able to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders aiding to build understanding around the data. You will have…

• Procurement experience essential
• Ability to collect, organise, analyse, and disseminate large volumes of information with accuracy and attention to detail
• Innovative and logical approach to identifying and implementing effective solutions
• Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with the ability to navigate through extensive datasets and timelines to extract critical business insights

You’ll be a continuous learner, staying abreast of the latest industry trends, and leveraging new tools and techniques to advance the business.

We’re straight-talking and put people and relationships before products and services. This is what’s made us the fastest growing firm of accountants in the UK... and our vision is to continue.

Over the last couple years alone, we have achieved some fantastic feats:

• Achieved 6 awards at the Inspiring Workplaces – Best in Class for Wellbeing, Employee Voice, Culture & Purpose and Employee Experience, as well as Best Company/Most Inspiring Place to Work For - No.1 in Large Companies category and No.3 in Top 50 overall list
• B Corp certified! Measuring and improving our impact beyond business for a brighter tomorrow
• Best Companies No.1 Accountancy Firm to work for in the UK & No.30 Best Large Company to work for 2023

What's in it for you...

We put our people at the heart of our culture. If our people love working here then they do amazing work, that’s why we offer things like:

• Open Holidays – unlimited paid annual leave to take what you need to feel well rested
• A truly flexible approach to hybrid working
• Empowered and entrusted to do what you do best
• An amazing wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental, spiritual, and financial health
• Volunteering opportunities to work closer with local communities and charities
• Alongside an array of benefits and perks all nicely packaged on our CP Pay & Perks platform

We know everyone performs their best when they feel welcomed and supported to bring their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we will work with you to ensure you have all you need to achieve your best.

Get in touch if you have any questions about our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion or about accessibility/accommodations during your application process.

A note for Recruitment Agencies...

Agencies, we love you… but unsolicited CV’s will not be honoured. We will only accept CV submissions for roles briefed to you by our Talent Acquisition team.

If you would be interested in working with us – please send a message to [email protected], should we have anything we need additional support on we will reach out to you.