Global Procurement Lead: Capex & Strategic Sourcing

Utaceram; Bedford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Cover

Contributory pension schemes

Flexible working policies

Employee assistance support services

Access to Perkz reward scheme

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Procurement Lead to manage a diverse range of procurement categories including strategic and operational activities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong negotiation skills and have procurement experience in manufacturing or engineering environments. Responsibilities include driving supplier consolidation strategies, achieving annualised savings, and maintaining compliance with governance standards. This role offers exciting opportunities for personal and professional development and requires strong numeracy and relationship-building skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or regulated environment.
• Proven track record in procurement negotiations.
• Ability to engage with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and management of procurement categories.
• Support CapEx procurement aligned with project requirements.
• Deliver measurable cost savings and supplier optimisation.
• Drive supplier consolidation to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Procurement or supply chain experience

Negotiation skills

Numeracy and analytical capability

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Influencing stakeholders

Experience in automotive or aerospace sectors

Familiarity with Oracle/Sage ERP

Experience supporting CapEx procurement

Education

Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering

Tools

Oracle ERP

Sage ERP

Job description

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Procurement Lead to manage a diverse range of procurement categories including strategic and operational activities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong negotiation skills and have procurement experience in manufacturing or engineering environments. Responsibilities include driving supplier consolidation strategies, achieving annualised savings, and maintaining compliance with governance standards. This role offers exciting opportunities for personal and professional development and requires strong numeracy and relationship-building skills.