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Our Vision: Continue to be the leading UK mobile infrastructure services company.Scroll down to find the complete details of the job offer, including experience required and associated duties and tasks.Our Mission: To be famous for excellence in delivery, embracing transformation with our people and our customers at its heart.We are at an exciting time in our companys development. We've come a long way since we were first formed in 2012. From the rollout of new technologies and managing complex legislation affecting the industry, we are leading the conversation on innovation and developing sharper solutions to serve our customers better. We collaborate as a team to meet the high standards expected of us and demand the best of ourselves through our valuesAbout the roleThe Senior Procurement Manager is responsible for procuring a compliant and sustainable supply chain that supports Cornerstones core service delivery across both established operations and new service offerings across design, engineering, maintenance, and construction spend areas. This role involves developing and implementing procurement strategies that optimise value for money, enhance supplier performance, and minimises supplier-related risks. The Senior Procurement Manager will lead the planning and execution of sourcing events - both traditional and e-sourcing, in full alignment with Cornerstones Corporate Procurement Policy. Working collaboratively with a range of internal stakeholders, the Senior Procurement Manager will prepare board-level recommendations, draft and execute robust contracts, and ensure effective handover to operational and supply chain teams who will take on responsibility to oversee supplier delivery performance. This position plays a critical role in delivering commercial value, improving service outcomes, and driving process efficiency in support of Cornerstones strategic objectivesKey Responsibilities To support and contribute actively to health and safety, environmental, business continuity and information security arrangements that meets our obligations to our customersLead the business in agreeing and delivering clear and compelling procurement strategies which fully support the companys strategic objectives (as cascaded each year). Understand the Value Chain and challenge materials, specifications, sources of supply etc. to deliver value improvements. Plan and execute negotiations for both formal tenders and ad-hoc activities, ensuring that the Business obtains best value-for-money on targeted spend. Lead sourcing activities and the management of complex projects and facilitate cross-functional group planning and action.Lead supplier event days and other internal/external communication forums aimed at developing and engaging with the supply base to improve performance. Demonstrate expertise in the development of all types of market facing documents in all relevant categories and types of procurement activity. Lead cross-functional Cornerstone teams in the evaluation of large, complex, organization-wide agreements.Develop and maintain relationships with internal & external key stakeholders to ensure Procurement governance and facilitate post award relationship management. Maintain effective cross functional relationships to further understand Cornerstones primary objectives and processes, ensuring scopes and specifications are accurate, and the required outcomes are achieved. Adhere to required Savings Methodology and where appropriate incorporate Total Cost of Ownership or similar calculations. Take responsibility for delivering intended outcomes whilst making sure Cornerstones stakeholder understand expected goals and acknowledge success criteria. Identify resource needs and ensure goals are achieved within budget and deadlines. Ensure financial implications of changed priorities are explicit and budgeted for. Experience Experience delivering change and improvement across partnerships and organizational boundaries. Ability to design, develop and manage sourcing strategies. Design, develop and manage operational models, processes and governance structures. Planning, prioritizing and delivering improvements to achieve objectives within timescales. Develop and managing. stakeholder relationships. Recognized as an expert and strategic pillar within Cornerstones Procurement function. Well-developed relationship management skills with an ability to operate at senior levels within supplier structures. Commercially astute (high level of negotiating skills) with leadership and strategic thinking capability. Process & change management experience. Experience of procurement / sourcing / contract management in a dynamic, commercial environment.Skills/KnowledgeHands-on category management, negotiating and presentational skills. RFP/Sourcing Event management. Goal deployment of strategy and process creation. Strategic and collaborative thinker. Complex problem solver and guide / influencer to others in the resolution of complex issues. Independent worker. Procurement and supplier management experience in an estates management, construction, professional service or asset management background. Sound understanding and awareness of political issues, sensitivities and developments, and how they influence the requirements of Cornerstone and its shareholders. What we offerCompetitive salary and an excellent bonus structure30 days holidayCompetitive pension schemeHybrid workingLife insuranceCycle to WorkRetail DiscountCompetitive refer a friend schemePrivate Healthcare InsuranceIf this role is of interest to you and you would like to find out more, please do apply with an up to date version of your CV.Cornerstone was established in 2012 as a joint venture between Vodafone and Telefonica to consolidate their mobile network infrastructure into a single grid, thereby enabling ongoing efficiencies in network design, build and operations. We are now the leading UK mobile infrastructure services provider with over 15,000 sites owned and operated in the UK, with a further 5000 third party sites managed on behalf of our two main customers. Cornerstone generates in excess of 380m of revenue and 140m of EBITDA annually and has an estimated market cap of in excess of 3bn. Vantage Towers and VMO2 are the principal Shareholders.Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) is fundamental to our success. We strive to cultivate an inclusive environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered. By embracing unique perspectives and experiences, we drive innovation and drive our organisation forward, therefore, we recognise the importance of welcoming applications from candidates of all backgrounds.We want to ensure everyone is able to present their best self throughout the recruitment process so if you require any adjustments, please let us know