Salary: Please state your expectations within your application

Contract: Full Time, 37.5 hours a week

Location: The City Ground, Nottingham, NG2 5FJ

Working Arrangements: On site

Closing Date For Applications: 1st March

The Perks of the Job:

• Opportunity to access tickets for events at The City Ground.


• Employee Assistance Programme.


• Access to high street and gym discounts.


• Discount within our Club shop.


• Free on-site parking.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with the Head of Procurement and Estates to execute and implement procurement strategies aligned with the club's goals and financial objectives.


• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, from requisition to delivery, ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures.


• Sourcing and purchasing a diverse range of products and services for the club and to achieve quality, delivery and cost targets through effective supplier management.


• Onboarding of new vendors, assessing their suitability and compliance to be a supplier to the club.


• Analyse spend data and identify areas of cost reduction.


• Review and analyse requisitions from various departments, identifying opportunities for cost savings and process improvements specific to the club's needs.


• Coordinate effectively with internal stakeholders, including different departments within the club, to gather specific requirements and specifications for goods and services.


• Monitor supplier performance closely, addressing any issues or concerns promptly to maintain the highest standards for the club.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project procurement needs and deadlines within the club.


• Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory changes that may impact procurement activities for the club.


• Assist in the development and maintenance of strong supplier relationships to optimise the club's supply chain.

Skills, Experience and Knowledge:

• Ideally qualified to at least CIPS Level 4.


• Proven experience in procurement or a related role.


• Strong analytical and negotiation skills, with the ability to assess supplier capabilities and negotiate favourable terms specific to the club's needs.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal stakeholders, including different departments within the club, and suppliers.


• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a dynamic club environment.


• Proficient in using procurement software and Microsoft Office applications.


• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.