Procurement Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 02 Gorffennaf 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | up to £50,000pa dependent on experience |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 01 Awst 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | John Comyn Drive, WR3 7NS |
| Cwmni: | Millbrook Group Ltd |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 815 |
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Job Advert
Are you an experienced Procurement or commercial professional with a passion for supporting innovative technology in care? If so,
why not Join Livity Life, a leader in technology-enabled care, dedicated to helping service users live safely and independently in
their homes.
Position: Procurement Manager
Location: Although this role is home based, there will be a requirement for attendance at our head office, based in Worcester 2
days per week.
You will have overall responsibility for the Procurement function ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and
services. This role will work closely with cross-functional teams to support business objectives and manage supplier performance.
Manging the procurement lifecycle through sourcing, negotiation, and supplier relationship management, to deliver value and
performance improvements through a strategic approach to supply chain management. Commercial aspects to this role will cover
supporting customer contract tenders (primarily with local authorities), ongoing contract monitoring, and customer billing.
About Us:
At Livity Life, we leverage the latest technology to empower individuals to maintain their independence. Our mission is to provide
exceptional care and support that enhances the quality of life for our service users. Livity Life is a small but fast-growing
business, and you will be working closely with the management team to define new processes, controls, and systems to support the
business in its future growth trajectory. This a great opportunity for someone who wants broad exposure, real responsibility, and
the chance to grow with the company.
Key Responsibilities:
* Managing the overall Procurement function for Livity Life across all spend categories – including purchase of equipment for
customer contracts, SIM connectivity, fleet, facilities, insurance, and other central costs
* Supplier selection, negotiation, and ongoing relationship management working closely with the Livity Life management team
* Support stakeholder departments – working with service centre managers to ensure optimal stock availability for customer
contracts
* Effective inventory management to maximise working capital
* Develop and implement procurement tools, processes, and guidelines that align to the business objectives and operational needs
* Ensure appropriate contracts, KPIs and SLAs are negotiated and in place with key suppliers.
* Support the tender process for new contract bids
* Ongoing monitoring of delivery against contract terms
* Generate customer invoicing schedules to be processed by Finance colleagues
* Analyse future requirements, pipeline, and ensure strategies are delivered on time and in full ready for deployment
* Ensure that the team continually review products and services, identifying those which improve efficiency generating value for
Livity Life
* Legal, certification requirements, and risk management working closely with Clinical and Governance Director
* Co-ordinate with the Finance team on managing workflow approvals and supplier payments
About you:
* Educated to degree level
* MCIPS qualification advantageous but not essential if qualified by relevant experience Prior experience in preparation of Tax /
VAT returns (essential)
* Experience of working in a commercial organisation managing the end-to-end procurement lifecycle (3 years minimum)
* Solid experience within a dynamic supply chain function delivering category strategies, enhancing cost effectiveness and
operational efficiencies with a strong background in negotiating and managing supplier relationships.
* Demonstrable ability to undertake complex tasks such as data analysis, executive report writing and strategy creation for
suppliers
* Experience working in the Care Equipment sector, and/or with Local Authority contracts would be advantageous
* A self-starter, that can engage with stakeholders to understand business needs and ensure procurement activities are aligned
* Ability to recognise and capitalise on valuable opportunities (eye for value).
* Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
* Computer literate, with specific understanding of Microsoft Office software
* Solid understanding and management of end-to-end RFP processes, contract award and compliance
* Understanding of contract law and legal principles with a high level of integrity and attention to detail
* Ability to implement optimal processes and drive change in a growing business with an entrepreneurial mindset and flexible
outlook as the business scales
* Full UK Driving license – preferably clean
* Willingness to travel to other sites where required on an adhoc basis
Why Join Us?
At Livity Life, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to making a difference. We offer competitive salaries,
flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth.
Rewards:
* Salary of up to £50,000 per annum DOE plus car allowance of £6000
* 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
* Flexible working with hybrid option available.
* Pension Scheme with enhanced salary sacrifice option and 5% employer contribution.
* 4 x Life assurance – death in service benefit
Livity Life is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for
all employees.
No terminology in the advert you have seen is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion,
disability or sexual orientation, and we will gladly accept applications from all sections of the community.
Are you an experienced Procurement or commercial professional with a passion for supporting innovative technology in care? If so,
why not Join Livity Life, a leader in technology-enabled care, dedicated to helping service users live safely and independently in
their homes.
Position: Procurement Manager
Location: Although this role is home based, there will be a requirement for attendance at our head office, based in Worcester 2
days per week.
You will have overall responsibility for the Procurement function ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and
services. This role will work closely with cross-functional teams to support business objectives and manage supplier performance.
Manging the procurement lifecycle through sourcing, negotiation, and supplier relationship management, to deliver value and
performance improvements through a strategic approach to supply chain management. Commercial aspects to this role will cover
supporting customer contract tenders (primarily with local authorities), ongoing contract monitoring, and customer billing.
About Us:
At Livity Life, we leverage the latest technology to empower individuals to maintain their independence. Our mission is to provide
exceptional care and support that enhances the quality of life for our service users. Livity Life is a small but fast-growing
business, and you will be working closely with the management team to define new processes, controls, and systems to support the
business in its future growth trajectory. This a great opportunity for someone who wants broad exposure, real responsibility, and
the chance to grow with the company.
Key Responsibilities:
* Managing the overall Procurement function for Livity Life across all spend categories – including purchase of equipment for
customer contracts, SIM connectivity, fleet, facilities, insurance, and other central costs
* Supplier selection, negotiation, and ongoing relationship management working closely with the Livity Life management team
* Support stakeholder departments – working with service centre managers to ensure optimal stock availability for customer
contracts
* Effective inventory management to maximise working capital
* Develop and implement procurement tools, processes, and guidelines that align to the business objectives and operational needs
* Ensure appropriate contracts, KPIs and SLAs are negotiated and in place with key suppliers.
* Support the tender process for new contract bids
* Ongoing monitoring of delivery against contract terms
* Generate customer invoicing schedules to be processed by Finance colleagues
* Analyse future requirements, pipeline, and ensure strategies are delivered on time and in full ready for deployment
* Ensure that the team continually review products and services, identifying those which improve efficiency generating value for
Livity Life
* Legal, certification requirements, and risk management working closely with Clinical and Governance Director
* Co-ordinate with the Finance team on managing workflow approvals and supplier payments
About you:
* Educated to degree level
* MCIPS qualification advantageous but not essential if qualified by relevant experience Prior experience in preparation of Tax /
VAT returns (essential)
* Experience of working in a commercial organisation managing the end-to-end procurement lifecycle (3 years minimum)
* Solid experience within a dynamic supply chain function delivering category strategies, enhancing cost effectiveness and
operational efficiencies with a strong background in negotiating and managing supplier relationships.
* Demonstrable ability to undertake complex tasks such as data analysis, executive report writing and strategy creation for
suppliers
* Experience working in the Care Equipment sector, and/or with Local Authority contracts would be advantageous
* A self-starter, that can engage with stakeholders to understand business needs and ensure procurement activities are aligned
* Ability to recognise and capitalise on valuable opportunities (eye for value).
* Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
* Computer literate, with specific understanding of Microsoft Office software
* Solid understanding and management of end-to-end RFP processes, contract award and compliance
* Understanding of contract law and legal principles with a high level of integrity and attention to detail
* Ability to implement optimal processes and drive change in a growing business with an entrepreneurial mindset and flexible
outlook as the business scales
* Full UK Driving license – preferably clean
* Willingness to travel to other sites where required on an adhoc basis
Why Join Us?
At Livity Life, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to making a difference. We offer competitive salaries,
flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth.
Rewards:
* Salary of up to £50,000 per annum DOE plus car allowance of £6000
* 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
* Flexible working with hybrid option available.
* Pension Scheme with enhanced salary sacrifice option and 5% employer contribution.
* 4 x Life assurance – death in service benefit
Livity Life is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for
all employees.
No terminology in the advert you have seen is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion,
disability or sexual orientation, and we will gladly accept applications from all sections of the community.