Procurement Manager

BelfastFull-time4 hours ago

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40 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Hybrid/Belfast based role - please note we are currently only accepting candidates based in Northern Ireland
Salary tbc
Sodexo rewards and benefits
Onsite gym access
Requirements:
Full UK driver’s licence
Minimum 5 years’ residency

Job Introduction

Sodexo believes that government agencies should foster an environment of respect, operating with efficiency and effectiveness to promote productivity. We prioritise employee wellbeing and play a vital role in fostering stronger communities.

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead strategic and operational procurement across a complex, regulated public-sector contract environment.

What you’ll do

Lead end-to-end procurement of service, maintenance, and works contracts in line with the Procurement Act 2023, NIPPP, and client governance requirements
Develop, implement, and maintain compliant procurement strategies and forward procurement pipelines
Produce business cases, including option appraisals and commercial and financial analysis
Draft, issue, and manage tender documentation, including NEC4 contract documentation
Lead supplier evaluation, negotiation, award, and contract mobilisation activities
Manage contract lifecycle activity including renewals, extensions, re-procurement, and exit strategies
Provide strategic procurement advice to internal stakeholders and senior leadership teams
Oversee supplier performance, risk management, and contract compliance
Ensure procurement delivers value for money, cost control, and long-term financial sustainability
Produce procurement performance reporting including savings, compliance, and supplier performance metrics

What you bring

MCIPS qualified (or working towards) with degree-level qualification or equivalent experience
Minimum 5 years’ experience in public-sector procurement within a regulated environment
Strong experience in property, construction, FM, or infrastructure procurement
Proven track record across the full procurement lifecycle (strategy, sourcing, tendering, evaluation, award)
Experience with NEC4 contract procurement and contract administration
Strong understanding of public procurement legislation and governance frameworks
Experience in supplier relationship management, risk management, and stakeholder engagement
Strong commercial awareness with a track record of delivering value-for-money outcomes
Experience using e-procurement systems (e.g. eTendersNI or equivalent)
Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
Confident communicator with experience engaging senior stakeholders
High integrity, attention to detail, and ability to work independently

What we offer

Opportunity to shape procurement strategy across a high-profile government contract
A key strategic role influencing compliance, commercial outcomes, and service delivery
Autonomy to develop and embed procurement frameworks and best practice
Exposure to senior stakeholders and complex operational environments
A culture focused on continuous improvement and professional development

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer: