Procurement Manager

Danny Sullivan Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 65,000

Job description

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Procurement Manager Location: West Mildlands
Department: Procurement
Reports to: Commercial Director / Head of Procurement
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £65,000
Hours: Full Time
Purpose of the Role: The Procurement Manager will be responsible for the effective and strategic procurement of plant, materials, and services required across the company's operations. The role demands a commercially astute individual with the ability to lead a team, develop supplier relationships, and deliver value through robust procurement processes and frameworks-particularly within the civil engineering and construction sectors. The ideal candidate will ensure that all procurement activity is aligned with project and business objectives while remaining compliant with internal policies and client framework requirements.
Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Procurement Management:
  Lead and manage all procurement activities across multiple projects, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials, plant, equipment, and services.
• Framework & Contract Compliance:
  Procure in alignment with client frameworks (particularly in the water sector), ensuring all commercial and contractual obligations are met.
• Supplier Relationship Management:
  Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure high-quality service and delivery standards, promoting continuous improvement and innovation.
• Team Leadership:
  Lead, mentor, and develop a team of procurement professionals, promoting a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous development.
• Cost Management & Value Engineering:
  Drive cost efficiencies through value engineering, negotiation, and alternative sourcing strategies without compromising on quality or compliance.
• Risk Management:
  Identify and mitigate procurement risks, ensuring resilience in supply chains and alignment with project programmes.
• Reporting & Analysis:
  Provide regular reporting on procurement performance, savings, supplier performance, and market intelligence.
• Process Improvement:
  Continuously review and improve procurement processes, systems, and policies to drive efficiency, compliance, and value for money.

Essential Requirements:

• Proven experience in procurement management within civil engineering or construction sectors.
• Strong knowledge of plant, material, and service contracts.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lead a procurement team effectively.
• Commercially aware with the ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with evidence of clear, data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in procurement systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Desirable Attributes:

• Experience procuring in line with client frameworks, preferably within the water sector.
• Working towards or already holding a professional qualification such as CIPS, CMI, or equivalent.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Procurement, Business Management, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Familiarity with sustainability and ethical procurement principles.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts and public sector procurement standards (if applicable).