Procurement Manager

Your new companyYou will join a global manufacturing business known for delivering high-quality products into demanding, regulated sectors. The organisation has a strong focus on performance, supplier partnerships, and continuous improvement, with procurement playing a central role in driving commercial outcomes.

Working as part of an established UK team, you will collaborate closely with operational and technical stakeholders to support both day-to-day delivery and longer-term strategic objectives.

Your new roleThis is a strategic procurement position where you will take ownership of key spend areas and shape supplier strategy to support business performance. You will balance cost, quality, and supply reliability while building effective, long-term supplier relationships.

Key areas of focus include:

• Define and execute category strategies aligned to business priorities
• Identify and introduce new supply partners to strengthen capability and resilience
• Lead commercial discussions to agree pricing, terms, and contractual frameworks
• Deliver measurable savings through structured cost improvement programmes
• Review market conditions and supply risks, implementing mitigation actions where needed
• Streamline the supplier base to drive efficiency and leverage spend
• Oversee supplier performance, addressing issues and driving continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate procurement data within internal systems
• Work closely with engineering, operations, and finance to support project delivery and operational needs
• You will also act as a key contact for supplier-related matters, helping resolve issues and maintain continuity of supply.

What you'll need to succeedYou will bring a commercial mindset, strong analytical skills, and the confidence to operate across both strategic and operational procurement activities.

You should have:

• A degree in procurement, business, or a related discipline
• Strong experience in a sourcing, procurement or commercial role
• A track record of delivering savings and managing supplier relationships
• Strong negotiation and contract management capability
• Ability to assess cost structures and make commercially sound decisions
• Experience using ERP or MRP systems to manage procurement data
• The ability to manage risk and respond to supply challenges effectively
• Clear communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at different levels
• Strong organisational and project delivery skills, with a proactive approach to work

What you'll get in return

• A role with direct impact on commercial performance and supply chain effectiveness
• Opportunity to shape supplier strategy and influence key business decisions
• Exposure to complex sourcing challenges across an international supply base
• A collaborative working environment with strong cross-functional engagement
• Competitive salary and benefits package reflecting your experience
• Flexible and Hybrid working

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