Procurement Manager
Nottingham Forest
16 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
The City Ground, Nottingham, NG2 5FJ, GB
Salary: Please state your expectations within your application
Contract: Full Time, 37.5 hours a week
Location: The City Ground, Nottingham, NG2 5FJ
Department: Finance, Procurement and Estates
Reporting to: Head of Infrastructure and Procurement
Closing Date For Applications: 5th May 2026
About the Role:
This individual will be responsible for delivering the procurement strategy of the Club, ensuring that activities are carried out in a timely manner whilst achieving best value for the Club. The Procurement Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting the Head of Infrastructure and Procurement in implementing procurement strategies and efficiently managing the end‑to‑end procurement process.
In addition, the role holds responsibility for the line management, development, and performance of the Procurement team. This includes providing leadership, prioritising workloads, ensuring compliance with procurement governance, and developing team capability to support both operational and strategic procurement objectives.
The successful candidate will contribute to the overall success of the procurement function by combining strong leadership with hands‑on delivery, executing tasks with precision and efficiency, maintaining a keen eye for detail, and fostering positive relationships internally and externally to enhance the Club’s supply chain and value for money.
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 Infrastructure and Procurement 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.
- Line manage members of the Procurement team, overseeing performance, development, and delivery of procurement activity.
- Allocate workload, set objectives, and provide coaching and escalation support to ensure compliance, value for money, and high service standards.
- Develop team capability and promote consistent procurement processes, governance, and best practice across the Club.
- 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.
What are we looking for:
- 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.
Forest For Everyone
We aim to create a culture which embraces and celebrates our differences, enables individuals to feel comfortable, maximise their potential and eliminate discrimination.
Nottingham Forest Football Club is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marital / civil partnership status, pregnancy / maternity leave, race, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Nottingham Forest Football Club is a signatory of the FA’s Football Leadership Diversity Code. We are committed to developing policies to promote equal opportunities and diversity within our workforce. To monitor our progress against these commitments, we require all applicants to provide accurate diversity data during the application process.
Disability Confident Committed Employer
We are a Disability Confident Committed employer. We encourage applications from people with disabilities and long-term health conditions. If you need disability-related adjustments to the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.
If you are likely to meet the definition of being a "disabled person" according to theEquality Act 2010, you may be eligible to apply for an interview via theDisability Confident Scheme- please indicate this in your application form below. The information you share with us about your health or disability will not be used in recruitment selections.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Nottingham Forest Football Club is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marital / civil partnership status, pregnancy / maternity leave, race, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Nottingham Forest are committed to developing policies to promote equal opportunities and diversity within our workforce. To monitor our progress against these commitments, we require all applicants to provide accurate diversity data during the application process.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
As part of the Club’s commitment to safeguarding, the successful applicant may be required to undergo a Disclosure Barring Service (“DBS”) check or an enhanced DBS check. The results of a DBS check will be considered on an individual basis, and the Club will act in a proportionate manner when deciding whether or not to proceed with the appointment.
An FA Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for all relevant new appointments to the Club. Individuals will be asked to declare any convictions, cautions or reprimands, warnings or bind-overs that may have been incurred. The Club reserves the right to carry out risk assessments where content has been disclosed on a DBS disclosure if it feels that it is relevant to the job requirements. Failure to satisfy the Club and the PL's safeguarding requirements may lead to the job offer being withdrawn or, if they have already started employment, summary termination of the employment.
Contract: Full Time, 37.5 hours a week
Location: The City Ground, Nottingham, NG2 5FJ
Department: Finance, Procurement and Estates
Reporting to: Head of Infrastructure and Procurement
Closing Date For Applications: 5th May 2026
About the Role:
This individual will be responsible for delivering the procurement strategy of the Club, ensuring that activities are carried out in a timely manner whilst achieving best value for the Club. The Procurement Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting the Head of Infrastructure and Procurement in implementing procurement strategies and efficiently managing the end‑to‑end procurement process.
In addition, the role holds responsibility for the line management, development, and performance of the Procurement team. This includes providing leadership, prioritising workloads, ensuring compliance with procurement governance, and developing team capability to support both operational and strategic procurement objectives.
The successful candidate will contribute to the overall success of the procurement function by combining strong leadership with hands‑on delivery, executing tasks with precision and efficiency, maintaining a keen eye for detail, and fostering positive relationships internally and externally to enhance the Club’s supply chain and value for money.
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 Infrastructure and Procurement 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.
- Line manage members of the Procurement team, overseeing performance, development, and delivery of procurement activity.
- Allocate workload, set objectives, and provide coaching and escalation support to ensure compliance, value for money, and high service standards.
- Develop team capability and promote consistent procurement processes, governance, and best practice across the Club.
- 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.
What are we looking for:
- 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.
Forest For Everyone
We aim to create a culture which embraces and celebrates our differences, enables individuals to feel comfortable, maximise their potential and eliminate discrimination.
Nottingham Forest Football Club is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marital / civil partnership status, pregnancy / maternity leave, race, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Nottingham Forest Football Club is a signatory of the FA’s Football Leadership Diversity Code. We are committed to developing policies to promote equal opportunities and diversity within our workforce. To monitor our progress against these commitments, we require all applicants to provide accurate diversity data during the application process.
Disability Confident Committed Employer
We are a Disability Confident Committed employer. We encourage applications from people with disabilities and long-term health conditions. If you need disability-related adjustments to the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.
If you are likely to meet the definition of being a "disabled person" according to theEquality Act 2010, you may be eligible to apply for an interview via theDisability Confident Scheme- please indicate this in your application form below. The information you share with us about your health or disability will not be used in recruitment selections.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Nottingham Forest Football Club is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marital / civil partnership status, pregnancy / maternity leave, race, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Nottingham Forest are committed to developing policies to promote equal opportunities and diversity within our workforce. To monitor our progress against these commitments, we require all applicants to provide accurate diversity data during the application process.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
As part of the Club’s commitment to safeguarding, the successful applicant may be required to undergo a Disclosure Barring Service (“DBS”) check or an enhanced DBS check. The results of a DBS check will be considered on an individual basis, and the Club will act in a proportionate manner when deciding whether or not to proceed with the appointment.
An FA Enhanced DBS disclosure is required for all relevant new appointments to the Club. Individuals will be asked to declare any convictions, cautions or reprimands, warnings or bind-overs that may have been incurred. The Club reserves the right to carry out risk assessments where content has been disclosed on a DBS disclosure if it feels that it is relevant to the job requirements. Failure to satisfy the Club and the PL's safeguarding requirements may lead to the job offer being withdrawn or, if they have already started employment, summary termination of the employment.