Global Procurement & Sourcing Manager

Bis Henderson; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Bis Henderson Recruitment is seeking a Procurement Manager in Hertfordshire to lead procurement across UK and international suppliers. The role focuses on strategy, supplier negotiations, sourcing, and cost control.

Responsibilities include managing purchasing, inventory, and budgets while delivering cost savings and ERP/MRP optimisation. Strong stakeholder management and CIPS qualification are essential, with UK unrestricted work rights.

Qualifications

• Procurement or supply chain management experience in fast-paced distribution.
• End-to-end procurement including international sourcing, supplier negotiation, contract management and supplier performance.
• Inventory management and stock control knowledge.
• Experience with ERP/MRP and advanced Excel.
• CIPS qualification is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver procurement strategies across UK and international suppliers.
• Manage purchasing and inventory to optimise stock, working capital and service levels.
• Deliver cost savings and manage procurement budgets including freight, duties and rebates.
• Drive procurement processes, systems and ERP/MRP optimisation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams providing commercial insight and reporting.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Supplier negotiation

Contract management

ERP/MRP

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder management

Education

CIPS qualification

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Job description

Bis Henderson Recruitment is seeking a Procurement Manager in Hertfordshire to lead procurement across UK and international suppliers. The role focuses on strategy, supplier negotiations, sourcing, and cost control.

Responsibilities include managing purchasing, inventory, and budgets while delivering cost savings and ERP/MRP optimisation. Strong stakeholder management and CIPS qualification are essential, with UK unrestricted work rights.