Procurement Manager

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Procurement Manager to drive strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost-saving initiatives. This role will focus on optimising procurement processes, ensuring supply chain resilience, and delivering commercial value.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies to improve cost efficiency and supplier performance.
• Lead negotiations and manage supplier contracts to secure favourable terms.
• Oversee procurement across key categories, ensuring quality, delivery, and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement with business objectives.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance supply chain operations.

Requirements

• Proven experience in procurement management, ideally within manufacturing or engineering.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Knowledge of supply chain principles, contract management, and category strategy.
• Experience with ERP/MRP procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• CIPS qualification is desirable but not essential.

Competitive salary and performance-related incentives. Comprehensive benefits package, including bonuses, pension and healthcare.

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