Lead Capex Buyer - Manufacturing | £55k + £4.5k | Manchester

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Oldham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A major investment-backed manufacturing group is seeking a Lead Capex Buyer to manage procurement projects across multiple sites. This role involves negotiating high-value contracts and supporting significant capital investments in automation and production line upgrades. Ideal candidates will have extensive procurement experience, strong commercial skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders. Competitive salary of £55,000 plus a £4,500 car allowance is offered, with hybrid working options available.

Benefits

Car allowance

Hybrid working options

Growth and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years' procurement experience in Capex or engineering services.
• Experience managing large contracts and complex suppliers.
• Understanding of capital projects in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement for capital equipment and site projects.
• Support investments in automation systems and site upgrades.
• Negotiate complex contracts with OEMs.

Skills

Procurement experience

Commercial acumen

Strong communication

Negotiation

Adaptability

Job description

Lead Capex Buyer - Manufacturing | Major Investment-Backed Manufacturing Group | £55,000 + £4,500 Car Allowance | Manchester / Oldham / Bolton / Bury / Rochdale (Hybrid)

Contact [e-mail] with your CV to apply & learn more.

This is a rare opportunity to join a UK-headquartered international manufacturer during a pivotal period of investment and expansion. Backed by new ownership and private investment, the business is scaling rapidly, with procurement central to delivering a multi-million-pound Capex programmes across production, automation, and site upgrades.

They're hiring a Lead Capex Buyer to drive major capital investments across equipment, engineering, and site infrastructure. Working across multiple UK sites, you'll play a key part in delivering high-value, business-critical projects while gaining exceptional exposure to senior stakeholders and fast-track progression opportunities.

Why this role?

• Strategic impact: Own the procurement for automation projects, packaging lines, and factory upgrades that directly shape the future of the business.
• Cross-functional visibility: Work hand-in-hand with engineering, operations, and technical teams across multiple sites.
• High growth business: With recent acquisitions and major Capex programmes underway, this is a high-energy environment where you can make your mark.
• Development: Join a collaborative, supportive team with experienced leadership and real headroom to grow.
• Locations: Hybrid working available from sites in Manchester, Sheffield or Glasgow.
• Salary: £55,000 + £4,500 car allowance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end procurement of capital equipment, engineering services, and site projects from supplier selection to contract management.
• Support major investment in production lines, automation systems, and site upgrades.
• Build strong supplier partnerships to ensure TCO, innovation, value, and long-term reliability.
• Negotiate high-value, complex contracts with OEMs and service providers.
• Align closely with engineering and operations to anticipate needs and deliver best-in-class solutions.

Required Experience:

• 3+ years' procurement experience in categories ideally Capex, Site Services, MRO, or engineering services. Experience across manufacturing and engineering environments preferable.
• Strong commercial acumen and experience managing large contracts and complex suppliers.
• Confident communicator with the credibility to influence technical and operational stakeholders.
• Understanding of capital projects in manufacturing e.g., packaging machinery, conveyors, site infrastructure, or production lines and systems or related / transferable etc…
• Proactive, down-to-earth approach with the adaptability to thrive in a growing, fast-changing environment.

Toapply and learn more, please send your CV to [e-mail]

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