Knight Frank
real estate
Manager,Procurement(ContractsandTender)
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“Manager, Procurement (Contracts and Tender) at Knight Frank. Skills: procurement, Contracts and Tender management, vendor management, stakeholder management, cost savings, negotiations. Lead end-to-end procurement activities across categories. Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into effective procurement solutions”
What You'll Achieve.
optimise costs; enhance supplier performance; deliver impactful procurement outcomes that directly contribute to business performance; Drive cost savings and improvement initiatives; improve procurement outcomes; favourable terms; risk mitigation; compliance; data-driven decision-making; addressing gaps and risks proactively
Industry & Context.
addressing gaps and risks proactively
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
At least 5 years of experience in procurement, exposure to category, vendor, and tender management, commercial mindset with experience in cost savings and negotiations, Familiar with government tender processes and procurement compliance requirements, stakeholder management and communication skills
Nice to Have
Experience in Facilities Management or project-based environments is a plus
What You'll Do.
Lead end-to-end procurement activities across categories
Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into effective procurement solutions
Build and manage supplier / vendor relationships
Drive cost savings and improvement initiatives
Conduct market research and benchmarking
Drive tender processes (RFI
Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies and government tender processes
Lead contract negotiations and lifecycle management
Analyse pricing structures and total cost of ownership (TCO)
Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and SLAs
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into effective procurement solutions
Communication Scope
stakeholder management and communication skills
Process & Methodology
managing timelines, contract lifecycle management
Full Job Description
**_Who are we_** Founded in 1896, Knight Frank was registered as Knight Frank LLP a Limited Liability Partnership, on 3 November 2003, registered in England & Wales at 55 Baker Street, London, W1U 8AN with the registered number of OC305934. Headquartered in London, UK, Knight Frank is one of the world's leading independent real estate consultancies. We work responsibly in partnership to enhance people's lives and environments _**in over 50 Markets, 600 + Offices, 20,000+ People, 1 Global Network.**_ At the heart of all we do are our Clients. A relationship built on trust is vital. As trusted partners in property, we act with integrity and care, understanding our clients’ unique needs and consistently thinking about the bigger picture to provide personalised, clear and considered advice across all areas of property. Through our deep understanding of key markets and sectors – both emerging and established – we are dedicated to meeting and exceeding their property goals. A true partnership is a balanced one, and our People are passionate about, and committed to, making our business inclusive and diverse. We give every individual the space and opportunity to perform at their best and be recognised for the immense value they bring. We empower everyone to have autonomy in their role and encourage them to use their voice in how we can make a positive impact as a firm and shape the future of real estate, the built environment and the impact on the communities we serve. Our collaborative and engaged teams provide excellent and dedicated client service. In our workplace, opinions are respected, everyone is invited to contribute to the success of our business and innovation, and new ideas are celebrated. In 2021 we celebrated our 125th anniversary and set out Our Desired Future, cemented in three pillars: People Potential, Client Centricity and always Creating our Future, together. Learn more about what sets us apart [here](https://assets.knightfrank.com/share/eHnbvneEQD1Ts6Tk
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