Procurement Manager

ABOUT SQUARCLE / THE TEAM Squarcle is a growing strategy, procurement and supply chain, operations and digital consultancy dedicated to driving business performance for our clients. We are people orientated and pride ourselves on our people-first culture. Unlike many consultancies, Squarcle is as equally dedicated to delivery as it is to design. The Procurement and Supply Chain Team is responsible for the provision of expert procurement and supply chain delivery & advisory capability to clients that operate typically across the public sector. The team is made up of senior procurement and supply chain experts who deliver the client and internal Squarcle mandates. Working together but often independently, each team member will be expected to work on client site and remotely. Squarcle is committed to equality and diversity, and our aim is to build a diverse, dedicated, and high-performing team of consultants and subject matter experts to help our clients achieve procurement, supply chain and operational excellence.

JOB OVERVIEW / INTRODUCTION At Squarcle Consulting, we help organisations navigate complex procurement and supply chain challenges by designing resilient operating models, improving commercial performance, and implementing sustainable transformation. We support clients across procurement strategy, category management, strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract management, process optimisation and digital procurement initiatives, helping them maximise value, reduce risk and enhance operational efficiency.

As a Procurement Manager, you will lead procurement and supply chain workstreams and small engagements, delivering practical solutions that address complex client challenges and drive measurable business outcomes. You will work closely with client stakeholders to analyse requirements, develop recommendations and support the delivery of procurement transformation, sourcing and improvement initiatives. Engagements are varied and may include procurement operating model design, category strategy development, supplier performance improvement, contract optimisation, organisational change and technology-enabled transformation.

The role combines client delivery, stakeholder management, people leadership and business development. You will support the growth of client accounts, contribute to proposals and bids, provide line management and mentoring to consultants, and help strengthen Squarcle's Procurement & Supply Chain capability. The successful candidate will be expected to balance client commitments with internal capability development and business priorities, remaining flexible to meet the needs of both clients and the business.

Procurement Managers may work across a range of client engagements, including:

• Strategy: Procurement strategy, category management, commercial improvement and transformation initiatives.
• Operations: Procurement process improvement, supplier performance, operating model design and governance.
• Technology: Digital procurement, e-sourcing platforms, procurement analytics and technology-enabled solutions.
• People & Change: Organisational change, stakeholder engagement, capability development and adoption of new ways of working

PRIMARY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Squarcle Management Responsibilities

• Contribute to the growth and development of Squarcle's Procurement and Supply Chain capability, supporting strategic capability objectives and service offerings.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of procurement methodologies, tools, templates and best-practice approaches.
• Ensure procurement engagements are delivered in accordance with Squarcle's quality standards, governance requirements and delivery frameworks.
• Contribute to capability development initiatives, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement activities across the Procurement and Supply Chain practice.
• Promote Squarcle's values and support a collaborative, high-performing culture across project and capability teams.

Client Engagement and Relationship Management

• Build and maintain effective relationships with procurement, commercial, supply chain and operational stakeholders across client organisations.
• Develop a strong understanding of client procurement objectives, challenges and organisational priorities.
• Act as a trusted day-to-day advisor on procurement and supply chain matters, supporting stakeholders throughout engagements.
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder discussions to gather requirements, develop solutions and drive informed procurement decisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement performance, supply chain resilience and commercial outcomes for clients.

Engagement Management and Execution

• Lead procurement and supply chain workstreams and small engagements, ensuring delivery of agreed outcomes to scope, quality, budget and schedule.
• Manage procurement activities including sourcing, category management, supplier engagement, contract management and procurement transformation initiatives.
• Develop and manage delivery plans, risks, issues, dependencies and stakeholder actions across assigned engagements.
• Apply procurement and supply chain expertise to deliver practical, value-driven recommendations and solutions.
• Monitor delivery progress and provide regular reporting to clients and internal stakeholders, escalating risks and issues where appropriate.
• Support the delivery of procurement operating model, process improvement and organisational change initiatives.

Business Development

• Support business development activities within existing and prospective client accounts.
• Lead or contribute to procurement-focused proposals, bids, tender responses and client presentations.
• Identify opportunities for additional procurement, commercial and supply chain support within client organisations.
• Contribute to the development of procurement propositions, case studies, sales collateral and capability materials.
• Support account growth through strong client delivery, relationship management and the identification of new opportunities.

Team Leadership and Mentorship

• Provide line management, coaching and support to consultants and senior consultants.
• Conduct performance reviews, objective setting and annual appraisal activities for direct reports.
• Support the development of procurement, commercial and consulting skills across project teams.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment, promoting learning and knowledge sharing.
• Share best practice, lessons learned and industry insights across the wider capability.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and capability-building activities within the Procurement & Supply Chain team.

Thought Leadership and Industry Expertise

• Maintain and continuously develop expertise in procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, supplier management and supply chain operations.
• Contribute to the development of Squarcle's procurement methodologies, intellectual property and service offerings.
• Produce procurement thought leadership, market insights and client-facing content that supports capability growth and business development.
• Remain informed on emerging technologies, market trends, regulatory developments and supply chain best practices.
• Develop specialist expertise in key procurement and supply chain disciplines, supporting Squarcle's reputation as a trusted advisor.
• Represent Squarcle professionally within procurement and supply chain communities, industry forums and client engagements.

SECONDARY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of Squarcle's Procurement & Supply Chain methodologies, templates, tools and service offerings.
• Support the development of procurement thought leadership, market insights, case studies and client collateral to strengthen Squarcle's market presence.
• Contribute to bid and proposal development activities, providing procurement subject matter expertise and supporting win themes.
• Maintain and enhance knowledge of procurement best practice, category management, sourcing, contract management and supply chain trends.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and capability development initiatives within the Procurement & Supply Chain practice.
• Represent Squarcle within the wider procurement community through industry engagement, knowledge sharing and professional development activities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE ESSENTIAL

• Degree or post graduate level qualification
• 5+ years' experience of delivering strategic procurement and commercial projects with clients
• Experience of managing and influencing senior internal and external stakeholders in a complex and challenging environment
• Strong understanding of public sector procurement regulations, including PA23, Defence Procurement Regulations, and EU procurement rules where applicable
• Proven ability to lead or support end-to-end procurement projects, including tendering, bid evaluation, and contract implementation
• Experience managing large-scale, multi-stakeholder projects with stringent timelines and budgets
• Ability to conduct complex spend analysis, cost modelling, and market intelligence to support high-value contracts
• Commercial acumen in negotiating contracts, understanding cost drivers, and delivering value-for-money outcomes
• Knowledge of compliance, governance, and audit requirements specific to public sector organisations
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