Group Procurement Manager – WH Scott Group

WH Scott & Son Engineers Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WH Scott & Son Engineers Ltd is seeking a Group Procurement Manager to lead their procurement strategy across the UK and Ireland. The role involves establishing structured processes, managing supplier relationships, and delivering cost savings through strategic procurement. Ideal candidates will have 5-10 years of experience in a leadership position within procurement, preferably in industrial or engineering sectors.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years' experience in procurement or purchasing leadership.
• Proven ability to implement procurement systems and negotiate contracts.
• Strong commercial and analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Establish a central procurement framework and manage core spend categories.
• Deliver measurable cost savings through procurement and supplier consolidation.
• Educate internal stakeholders on procurement policies and best practices.

Skills

Commercial mindset

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Education

CIPS or equivalent professional qualifications

Job description

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Location: Dublin, London, Southampton, Bristol, Cork, Belfast (with some travel across UK & Ireland)

Reporting To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Experience Required: 5-10 years in a centralised procurement or purchasing leadership role

About W.H. Scott Group:

W.H. Scott Group is a market leader in inspection and lifting solutions, delivering high-quality products and services across the UK and Ireland. With a focus on safety, efficiency, and technical excellence, we support a wide range of industries with critical equipment and compliance services. As the business continues to grow, we are seeking a commercially astute Group Procurement Manager to centralise and optimise our procurement strategy across the group.

Role Overview:

This newly created role will report directly to the CFO and lead the development of a group-wide procurement function. You'll play a key role in establishing structured purchasing processes, consolidating suppliers, and driving commercial value through strategic sourcing and cost control.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement Leadership

• Establish a central procurement framework and implement an effective requisition approval system across the Group.
• Promote planned purchasing practices to reduce unnecessary urgent buying and encourage long-term forecasting.
  
  

Category & Supplier Management

• Manage procurement across core spend categories: fuel, fleet, workwear, tools, inventory, office supplies, IT, utilities, hotels, fit out and more.
• Apply the 80/20 rule-focus on building strategic relationships with key suppliers, driving 80% of spend through 20% of partners.
• Negotiate and implement supplier deals, group-wide contracts, and rebate agreements.
• Attend tradeshows and ensure that our current range is evolving to meet the demands of expanding customer base.
  
  

Cost Control & Process Improvement

• Deliver measurable cost savings through smarter procurement and supplier consolidation.
• Introduce streamlined, compliant procurement processes with clear visibility and control.
• Work closely with operational teams to align procurement activity with business needs.
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement

Partner with managers across sites to understand requirements, set purchasing expectations, and implement best practices.

• Educate internal stakeholders on procurement policies and the value of strategic sourcing.
  
  

What We're Looking For:

• 5-10 years' experience in a central procurement or purchasing leadership role, ideally in industrial, construction, or engineering sectors.
• Proven ability to implement procurement systems, negotiate contracts, and lead supplier consolidation initiatives.
• Strong commercial and analytical mindset with a practical, hands-on approach.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills across operational and senior leadership levels.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Dublin or London, with flexibility to travel as needed
  
  

Desirable:

• Experience in inspection, lifting, safety equipment, or technical services industries.
• Knowledge of procurement tools and systems.
• Professional qualifications (e.g. CIPS or equivalent)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

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