Procurement Manager
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About the Role
This is a high-impact opportunity to play a pivotal role in the continued growth and evolution of an industry‑leading, privately owned commercial real estate business with a strong growth trajectory and plans to double their AUM over the next couple of years.
Working in close partnership with the Procurement Lead, you will help shape and deliver procurement strategies across a diverse and dynamic portfolio of assets. You’ll be at the heart of the business, influencing how services are sourced, suppliers are managed, and value is created across the estate.
You will take ownership of key supplier relationships, driving cost efficiencies while ensuring consistently high standards of quality and service. From leading sourcing and tendering activity to negotiating commercial terms and managing ongoing performance, you’ll provide commercial insight that directly supports operational excellence and long‑term value creation.
This role offers significant exposure to internal stakeholders across Asset Management, Property Management, and Facilities Management. You’ll be a trusted procurement advisor, delivering clear, insightful reporting, presenting confidently to stakeholders, and helping teams make informed, data‑driven decisions.
You’ll play an integral role in cost optimisation initiatives, support vertical integration strategies, and contribute to the continuous improvement of service delivery across the portfolio.
We’re looking for someone who enjoys taking ownership, thrives in a fast‑paced environment, and brings energy and curiosity to their work. Alongside the Procurement Lead, you’ll proactively manage multiple workstreams, build strong internal and external relationships, and help drive best‑in‑class procurement practices across the business.
About the Company
Praxis is a privately owned UK real estate investor and manager with a proven track record of delivering exceptional returns across multiple market cycles. Our success is driven by disciplined strategy, astute market timing, and best‑in‑class operational management.
Founded in 2009 and built on over three decades of experience, we partner with private equity, local authorities, institutions, and high‑net‑worth investors to unlock value at every stage of the real estate lifecycle. Praxis Group is a fully integrated platform and a team of over 500 professionals, Praxis operates from offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Glasgow.
Main Duties:
- Lead procurement activity across the portfolio, ensuring value for money, quality, and service delivery
- Identify opportunities to consolidate the supplier base, driving efficiencies, cost savings, and improved contract management
- Manage end-to-end tender processes (ITTs/RFPs/RFQs), from scoping through to negotiation and contract award
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring consistent performance and accountability
- Management of approved suppliers database, including vetting and onboarding of new suppliers
- Negotiate commercial terms, contracts, and service level agreements to deliver optimal outcomes for the business
- Collaborate closely with Asset Management, Property Management, and Facility Management teams to align procurement strategies with operational needs
- Monitor supplier performance through KPIs and SLAs, implementing improvements where required
- Support the development and implementation of procurement strategies alongside the Procurement Lead
- Ensure compliance with internal governance, risk management, and procurement policies
- Deliver clear and concise reporting on cost savings, supplier performance, and procurement activity
Requirements, Skills and Qualifications
Education & Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain, or related field
- Professional procurement qualification (e.g., CIPS) is highly desirable
Experience:
- Proven experience in a Procurement Manager or similar role, ideally within real estate, property, or facilities management (ideally circa 5+ years looking after end to end procurement)
- Track record of supplier consolidation and cost-saving initiatives
- Experience managing Facility and Property Management related categories
- Demonstrated success in contract negotiation, tendering, and supply chain management
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong commercial acumen with a focus on value creation and efficiency
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders
- Data-driven decision-making, with experience analysing spend and identifying procurement opportunities
- Confident communication and presentation skills, able to influence senior stakeholders
- Proactive, solutions-focused, and adaptable in a dynamic environment
- High attention to detail and commitment to compliance with governance and risk frameworks
Benefits
- Highly competitive salary DOE
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
- Office closure over festive season
- Additional holiday with service
- Private Medical Insurance (medical history disregarded)
- Healthcare Cash Plan
- 5% Company pension contribution
- 3x Life Assurance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
Working pattern: London based with regional travel across the UK - 1 day WFH after 6 month probation