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We are currently working with a leading Property Maintenance provider to recruit a Subcontractor Procurement/Category Manager to join the team, working on a hybrid basis split between an office in East London, home and other sites as and when required

The Role:

The Subcontractor Procurement Manager will oversee the procurement of subcontractors providing specialist services across the group. The role focuses on governance and operational excellence rather than strategic leadership, with a primary emphasis on driving efficiencies, ensuring competitive pricing, and maintaining strong, compliant supplier relationships. The responsibility for engaging subcontractors will remain with the operational teams.

Key objectives include:

* Building strategic relationships with key subcontractors.

* Providing transparency on subcontractor spend and rate variability.

* Recommending actions to optimise subcontractor engagement and costs.

* Collaborating with internal teams and suppliers to drive efficiencies while ensuring compliance.

Candidate requirements:

Key Knowledge:

* Strong understanding of subcontractor procurement processes.

* Familiarity with ESG standards and scope 3 emissions reporting.

* Knowledge of pricing structures and market rate benchmarking.

Key Skills:

* Excellent negotiation and relationship management abilities.

* Proficiency in procurement systems and data analytics.

* Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

* Ability to analyse complex data sets and generate actionable insights.

Key Experience:

* Proven track record in subcontractor procurement and relationship management.

* Experience driving cost synergies, particularly in M&A integrations.

* Background in the property maintenance or related construction/facilities industries

* Experience implementing and optimizing procurement software solutions.

Other Key criteria:

* Demonstrates adaptability in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

* Willingness to travel across the UK to engage with suppliers and support operations.

* Holds a valid UK driving license.

* 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday