Indirect Procurement Manager

TXM Recruit; Wolverton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Unknown company in Wolverton seeks an Indirect Procurement Manager to lead procurement and order management for indirect goods and services. You will oversee supplier relationships, ensure compliance, and drive efficiency across procurement activities.

The role includes line management of the Indirect Procurement Team and strategy development for cost, quality, and service. The position requires a minimum of 5 years in procurement, a formal qualification, and strong SAP/Microsoft Office skills.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in procurement.
• Formal procurement or supply chain qualification.
• Experience leading a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage indirect procurement and order management processes.
• Lead supplier relationships and negotiate contracts.
• Oversee SAP purchase orders and workflow approvals.
• Monitor supplier performance and cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Line-manage the Indirect Procurement team and develop staff.

Skills

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Communication

Data-driven decisions

Problem solving

Education

Procurement / Supply Chain qualification

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title - Indirect Procurement Manager

General Description:

The Indirect Procurement Manager is responsible for the procurement and order management process for indirect goods and services required by the business, ensuring procurement best practice at all times. The role is responsible for leading sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships and maintaining efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance across indirect procurement activities. This role ensures timely and accurate processing of purchase and sales orders, supplier accreditation compliance and smooth coordination with internal stakeholders. Additionally, this position is responsible for the line management of the Indirect Procurement Team

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that indirect orders are managed effectively and accurately, by supporting the team to
• Monitor and respond to procurement related email queries.
• Raise purchase orders in SAP while ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Track and follow up on SAP workflow approvals with cost centre managers.
• Monitor and chase supplier open order books to ensure timely delivery.
• Manage stock checks and replenishment for PPE, gas and diesel supplies.
• Follow up on goods receipts (GR) for services with departments such as Facilities, Quality, Training, and IT.
• Ensure all contracts are monitored and renewed in a timely manner at the best possible price and quality.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with key suppliers.
• Identify and implement improvements to products and processes.
• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies and industry standards.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and supplier documentation within the ERP system.
• Participate in audits and support continuous improvement in procurement processes.
• Collaborate closely with other Gemini departments to anticipate and address emerging issues.
• Line manages the Indirect Procurement team and support their training and personal development.
• Lead strategy development for indirect spend areas to optimise cost, quality, and service, including supplier performance management.
• Lead sourcing and contracting, manage the entire sourcing lifecycle, including managing RFQ activity for demand outside of contract agreements, and negotiating complex contracts for goods and services.
• Lead cost and risk management by performing total cost of ownership (TCO) analyses, identifying cost saving opportunities, and assessing supplier risks

Skills and Competencies

• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Understanding of operational excellence.
• Ability to lead a team.
• Good understanding of ERP systems (SAP).
• Good understanding of Microsoft packages.
• Strong communication, organisational and planning skills.
• The ability to drive and improve performance using data insights and colleague input.
• Solutions driven, resolving operational problems and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience

• inimum of 5 years' experience in procurement.
• Formal procurement / supply chain qualifications.
• Team management experience.

Personal Attributes

• Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Self-motivated and proactive in addressing issues and implementing improvements. 3
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs.
• Strong people management skills.

Safety Responsibility Statement

Safety must always be a prime consideration and you are required to ensure that the safety of people, the environment and our products are never compromised. You have a responsibility under the Health & Safety at Work etc Act 1974 to take reasonable care of yourself and other persons that may be affected by your acts or omissions at work, secure the health, safety and welfare of your staff at work and protect, so far as is reasonable practicable, all others against risks to their health or safety arising from your work activities and those of their staff and ensure that your duties are discharged adequately. The responsibility to achieve the duty cannot be delegated. The tasks required to discharge them can be delegated; assistance and support can be obtained; but the responsibility remains with you.