On-Site Capex & MRO Procurement Lead (Interim)

Arguile; Greater London; On-site; GBP 83,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Arguile is seeking an experienced Interim Procurement Manager to join a leading manufacturing business in West London on an initial 3-month assignment.

This hands-on role covers Capex, maintenance and repair procurement, requiring strong negotiation, supplier management and category leadership to deliver cost savings.

You will work closely with operations and maintenance teams, run RFQs, manage supplier relationships, and drive the full procurement process from requirement to contract award.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Capex procurement and maintenance/repair sourcing.
• Proven ability to manage category strategies and supplier relationships.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of cost savings in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of day-to-day Capex, maintenance and repair procurement activities.
• Lead live sourcing projects from requirements to supplier selection, negotiation and award.
• Collaborate with factory/operations stakeholders to define needs and deliver procurement solutions.
• Run RFQs, tenders and competitive sourcing exercises to secure favorable terms.
• Negotiate pricing, terms and contracts with suppliers and manage performance.
• Identify and deliver cost-saving opportunities across relevant categories.
• Support procurement projects and capital investment requirements.
• Maintain procurement records and report on activity and savings.

Skills

Capex procurement

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Supplier management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Manufacturing environment

Hands-on delivery

Interim/contract experience

Pharma experience (advantageous)

Job description

Arguile is seeking an experienced Interim Procurement Manager to join a leading manufacturing business in West London on an initial 3-month assignment.

This hands-on role covers Capex, maintenance and repair procurement, requiring strong negotiation, supplier management and category leadership to deliver cost savings.

You will work closely with operations and maintenance teams, run RFQs, manage supplier relationships, and drive the full procurement process from requirement to contract award.