We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Procurement Manager – Property, to come and join our Property team on a permanent basis. Reporting to and under the guidance of the Property Sourcing and Supplier Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that all aspects of procurement and post contractual management within given categories are carried out in a thorough and professional manner, resulting in market leading purchase prices, giving quality products or services that support Mitchells and Butler’s.

We are looking for someone who has procurement experience, a strong communicator, self motivated and able to demonstrate commercial acumen.

You’ll be at the heart of the busy Property Department, gaining valuable insight and experience. This is an incredible development opportunity for someone who wants to become a future Procurement Manager.

Please note, this is an office based role, with occasional visits to suppliers.

About us…

Serving with pride since 1898, Mitchells & Butlers are the heart of UK hospitality. In fact, you already know us, even if you don’t realise it! We own and run more than 1,600 pubs, bars and restaurants including the stylish All Bar One brand, legendary Miller & Carter steakhouses, and the iconic Toby Carvery. We are Mitchells & Butlers, and we set the industry standard.

You’ll be well rewarded…

• Annual bonus scheme with the potential to earn up to 20% of your salary annually. We’re all about rewarding hard work
• Permanent contract
• Working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with flexibility with working hours to fit around your personal commitments (e.g., 7am to 2pm, 8am to 3pm, etc.)
• 33% off at all our brands, including our hotels. Whether it’s date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered
• A pension that pays, where we’ll more than match your contributions (x1.5 of your contributions, up to a maximum of 5% of your salary)
• Private healthcare, dental plan, cycle to work, and keep fit schemes
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plus option to buy up to 2 weeks extra holiday
• Opportunity to opt in to Sharesave Plan, enabling you to save to buy shares or have money returned

What makes Mitchells & Butlers a great place to work?

To us, a career isn’t just about ‘clocking in’. We really care about our colleagues, and we’re an employer that keeps a promise. In fact, as one of the largest employers in the country, with over 44,000 people working for us, we have the responsibility of valuing every contribution from a diverse workforce that are representative of our guests, and who make us stronger. We continue to build a culture that values our differences and embraces them as strengths, and we recognise that there is always work to be done.

What you’ll be do as our Assistant Procurement Manager – Property …

Regulatory

• Ensure the companies liquor and associated licenses are not endangered at any time.
• Ensure Health and Safety considerations are paramount in all decisions and activities.

Legal

• Effective management of new supplier set up documentation, H&S approval, insurance and contractual arrangements.
• Monitor and report upon contract performance and adherence.
• Ensure all approved Property suppliers have a relevant and upto date contract.
• Issue contracts for signature as may be required, updating with relevant terms / rates as notified by the wider team.
• Read and understand relevant terms of contracts and provide assistance to team with interpretation of relevant contract clauses..
• Own and administer the process for arranging contract signature in the correct company name, including checking the contracts are signed by the right level of authority.

Tendering and Procurement

• Under the guidance of the Property Supplier and Sourcing Manager proactively lead the development of the procurement strategy within a services category to continually drive competitive advantage in cost and service for Mitchells & Butlers
• Source additional suppliers as may be required
• Lead the procurement process from tender through to contract execution, including production of tender packs, tender analysis, negotiation and contract writing.
• Consistently identifying and developing best practice ways of working by taking a holistic view of the category.
• Monitor and report upon contract performance and adherence.
• Assist the wider Property team in projects and formulating strategies
• Build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships internally and externally and develop and manage supplier relationships
• Enhance category and procurement knowledge through the ongoing personal development programme. 
• Manage the supplier change process effectively coordinating the change form one supplier to another ensuring a smooth transition.  Act as the liaison between procurement, supply chain and maintenance and development teams.
• Audit quotes and invoices received from suppliers to ensure compliance with contract
• Regularly visit current and potential suppliers across the uk.

Reporting

• Interpret daily, weekly and periodic reportage from suppliers.
• Provide period contract reporting.
• Own the supplier set up process

Training

• As required provide training to MAB internal and external supply chain around processes and procedures for contract.

Key relationships and development

• Build and maintain relations with associated areas and especially with Building Managers and the supply chain.
• Provide relevant and timely feedback as appropriate.

What you’ll need to bring to this Assistant Procurement Manager – Property role…

• Knowledge and experience of tendering and procurement processes.  Holding or working towards a procurement qualification.
• Knowledge of Contract law and experience reading and completing contracts
• High degree of maturity, attention to detail, excellent communication presentation and interpersonal skills, high degree of self-motivation, excellent organisational skills, ability to work on own initiative and proficient in excel and systems.

Qualifications and experience Required…

• A Level or equivalent
• Holding or working towards a procurement qualification (CIPS or similar)

Could you be a great addition to our team? Apply for this Assistant Procurement Manager – Property role today and we’ll be in touch to explore how you could be part of our exciting future.

Closing Date – 11.59pm on Friday 10th January 2025

Grade - Support Technical

Mobility - Office Flexible

Hiring Manager - David Middleton

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Procurement Manager – Property, to come and join our Property team on a permanent basis. Reporting to and under the guidance of the Property Sourcing and Supplier Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that all aspects of procurement and post contractual management within given categories are carried out in a thorough and professional manner, resulting in market leading purchase prices, giving quality products or services that support Mitchells and Butler’s.

We are looking for someone who has procurement experience, a strong communicator, self motivated and able to demonstrate commercial acumen.

You’ll be at the heart of the busy Property Department, gaining valuable insight and experience. This is an incredible development opportunity for someone who wants to become a future Procurement Manager.

Please note, this is an office based role, with occasional visits to suppliers.

About us…

Serving with pride since 1898, Mitchells & Butlers are the heart of UK hospitality. In fact, you already know us, even if you don’t realise it! We own and run more than 1,600 pubs, bars and restaurants including the stylish All Bar One brand, legendary Miller & Carter steakhouses, and the iconic Toby Carvery. We are Mitchells & Butlers, and we set the industry standard.

You’ll be well rewarded…

• Annual bonus scheme with the potential to earn up to 20% of your salary annually. We’re all about rewarding hard work
• Permanent contract
• Working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with flexibility with working hours to fit around your personal commitments (e.g., 7am to 2pm, 8am to 3pm, etc.)
• 33% off at all our brands, including our hotels. Whether it’s date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered
• A pension that pays, where we’ll more than match your contributions (x1.5 of your contributions, up to a maximum of 5% of your salary)
• Private healthcare, dental plan, cycle to work, and keep fit schemes
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plus option to buy up to 2 weeks extra holiday
• Opportunity to opt in to Sharesave Plan, enabling you to save to buy shares or have money returned

What makes Mitchells & Butlers a great place to work?

To us, a career isn’t just about ‘clocking in’. We really care about our colleagues, and we’re an employer that keeps a promise. In fact, as one of the largest employers in the country, with over 44,000 people working for us, we have the responsibility of valuing every contribution from a diverse workforce that are representative of our guests, and who make us stronger. We continue to build a culture that values our differences and embraces them as strengths, and we recognise that there is always work to be done.

What you’ll be do as our Assistant Procurement Manager – Property …

Regulatory

• Ensure the companies liquor and associated licenses are not endangered at any time.
• Ensure Health and Safety considerations are paramount in all decisions and activities.

Legal

• Effective management of new supplier set up documentation, H&S approval, insurance and contractual arrangements.
• Monitor and report upon contract performance and adherence.
• Ensure all approved Property suppliers have a relevant and upto date contract.
• Issue contracts for signature as may be required, updating with relevant terms / rates as notified by the wider team.
• Read and understand relevant terms of contracts and provide assistance to team with interpretation of relevant contract clauses..
• Own and administer the process for arranging contract signature in the correct company name, including checking the contracts are signed by the right level of authority.

Tendering and Procurement

• Under the guidance of the Property Supplier and Sourcing Manager proactively lead the development of the procurement strategy within a services category to continually drive competitive advantage in cost and service for Mitchells & Butlers
• Source additional suppliers as may be required
• Lead the procurement process from tender through to contract execution, including production of tender packs, tender analysis, negotiation and contract writing.
• Consistently identifying and developing best practice ways of working by taking a holistic view of the category.
• Monitor and report upon contract performance and adherence.
• Assist the wider Property team in projects and formulating strategies
• Build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships internally and externally and develop and manage supplier relationships
• Enhance category and procurement knowledge through the ongoing personal development programme. 
• Manage the supplier change process effectively coordinating the change form one supplier to another ensuring a smooth transition.  Act as the liaison between procurement, supply chain and maintenance and development teams.
• Audit quotes and invoices received from suppliers to ensure compliance with contract
• Regularly visit current and potential suppliers across the uk.

Reporting

• Interpret daily, weekly and periodic reportage from suppliers.
• Provide period contract reporting.
• Own the supplier set up process

Training

• As required provide training to MAB internal and external supply chain around processes and procedures for contract.

Key relationships and development

• Build and maintain relations with associated areas and especially with Building Managers and the supply chain.
• Provide relevant and timely feedback as appropriate.

What you’ll need to bring to this Assistant Procurement Manager – Property role…

• Knowledge and experience of tendering and procurement processes.  Holding or working towards a procurement qualification.
• Knowledge of Contract law and experience reading and completing contracts
• High degree of maturity, attention to detail, excellent communication presentation and interpersonal skills, high degree of self-motivation, excellent organisational skills, ability to work on own initiative and proficient in excel and systems.

Qualifications and experience Required…

• A Level or equivalent
• Holding or working towards a procurement qualification (CIPS or similar)

Could you be a great addition to our team? Apply for this Assistant Procurement Manager – Property role today and we’ll be in touch to explore how you could be part of our exciting future.

Closing Date – 11.59pm on Friday 10th January 2025