PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER

Construction Recruitment Group (CRG); England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organization seeks a Procurement and Supply Chain Manager to lead procurement and supply chain functions within the manufacturing sector. This pivotal role involves driving cost-effective sourcing, ensuring compliance with sustainability practices, and enhancing supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience and a strong educational background.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years’ experience in procurement and supply chain leadership roles.
• Solid knowledge of procurement practices and supplier performance.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain productive relationships with suppliers.
• Lead contract negotiations and commercial agreements.
• Develop and execute strategic procurement plans.

Skills

Procurement practices

Contract management

Supplier performance frameworks

Inventory planning

Demand forecasting

Logistics optimization

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Sustainability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft 365

ERP/supply chain systems

PowerBI

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Director & Co-Founder - Perline Solutions and Construction Recruitment Group

Position: Procurement and Supply Chain Manager

Reports To: Innovation and Sustainability Director

Role Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and driven Procurement and Supply Chain Manager to join a forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of innovation and sustainability within the manufacturing sector.

This pivotal role will lead the procurement and supply chain function, ensuring the seamless sourcing, storage, and distribution of raw materials, components, services, and finished goods essential to the operation and maintenance of manufacturing facilities.

The successful candidate will bring strong commercial acumen, supplier relationship expertise, and a deep understanding of best practices in supply chain management, particularly within a manufacturing environment.

We foster a collaborative, supportive culture where innovation and sustainability are embedded in everything we do. Team members are encouraged to grow, develop, and make a real impact on our journey towards a more sustainable future.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain productive relationships with suppliers, vendors, and logistics partners to deliver cost, quality, and service benefits.
• Lead contract negotiations, pricing discussions, and commercial agreements to optimise value.
• Develop and execute strategic procurement plans to ensure cost-effective sourcing across multiple production sites.
• Work closely with production, operations, and finance teams to ensure integrated and efficient supply chain operations.
• Oversee and improve inventory management systems and demand forecasting models to maintain ideal stock levels and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with technical teams to supply data and support for audits and compliance processes.
• Proactively identify and address risks related to market dynamics, supply disruptions, and logistics challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement policies and procedures to enhance compliance, efficiency, and sustainability.
• Manage the company’s Supplier Charter, including data reporting and a rolling programme of improvements to enhance accuracy and engagement.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage associated risks using structured tools and processes (e.g. risk matrices), ensuring full compliance with company policies and ISO 20400 standards.
• Leverage supply chain analytics tools (e.g. PowerBI) and software platforms to track KPIs and deliver data-driven performance insights.
• Provide support and guidance to local site teams managing procurement and logistics functions.
• Assist the Innovation team in sourcing sustainable alternatives—materials, partners, or services—that align with the business’s ESG roadmap and strategic goals.

Candidate Profile

• 5–7 years’ experience in procurement and supply chain leadership roles within Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• the manufacturing or building products industry.
• Solid knowledge of procurement practices, contract management, and supplier performance frameworks.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 and ERP/supply chain systems (experience with Microsoft Fabric platform is a plus).
• Experience with ISO 20400 standards and supplier sustainability audits.
• Strong understanding of inventory planning, demand forecasting, and logistics optimisation.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing cross-functional or multi-site teams.
• A passion for sustainability and continuous improvement.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Construction

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