Manager, Procurement (Contracts and Tender)

At Knight Frank, we are leaders in real estate advisory services, driven by our commitment to delivering exceptional property and facilities management services. Our success is built on the expertise of our people, and we strive to create a culture where innovation, teamwork, and a client-first approach are at the forefront of everything we do.

We believe that our people are our greatest strength. We seek passionate, dynamic, and motivated professionals to join our team and contribute to the seamless operation and management of world-class properties. Whether you are starting your career or a seasoned professional, we offer the opportunity to grow and thrive in a collaborative and progressive work environment.

Be part of a company that values continuous learning, career development, and a relentless commitment to excellence. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the world of property and facilities management, we invite you to explore our exciting opportunities.

About The Role

We are looking for a Manager, Procurement (Contracts and Tender) to play a pivotal role in driving strategic sourcing and commercial value across our Facilities Management, FM services and projects.

In this role, you will go beyond operational procurement - partnering with stakeholders to optimise costs, enhance supplier performance, and deliver impactful procurement outcomes that directly contribute to business performance. This is an opportunity to shape procurement strategies, influence decisions, and build strong supplier ecosystems in a dynamic environment.

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead end-to-end procurement activities across categories, including category planning, spend analysis, and sourcing strategies
• Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into effective procurement solutions across FM services and projects
• Build and manage strong supplier / vendor relationships, including evaluation, onboarding, performance management, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Drive cost savings and improvement initiatives through strategic sourcing, pricing analysis, and commercial negotiations
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve procurement outcomes
• Drive tender processes (RFI, RFQ, RFP), including preparing documentation, managing timelines, conducting tender interviews, and evaluating vendors and award recommendations
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies and government tender processes, maintaining proper audit trails
• Lead contract negotiations and lifecycle management, ensuring favourable terms, risk mitigation, and compliance
• Analyse pricing structures and total cost of ownership (TCO) to support data-driven decision-making
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and SLAs, addressing gaps and risks proactively

We're Looking For Someone Who's

• At least 5 years of experience in procurement, with exposure to category, vendor, and tender management
• Strong commercial mindset with experience in cost savings and negotiations
• Familiar with government tender processes and procurement compliance requirements, including GeBIZ and other e-tendering platforms
• Experience in Facilities Management or project-based environments is a plus
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Why Knight Frank

• Lots of opportunities for growth and career development.
• A supportive, collaborative team that values what you bring to the table.
• Continuous learning and development to help you advance.

If you're ready to make an impact and grow your career in property management, we'd love to hear from you!