Procurement & Logistics Manager

ZipRecruiter; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare distributor in High Wycombe is seeking a Procurement & Logistics Manager to lead their procurement strategy and drive cost savings. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills and experience in supplier management. This role offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package within a supportive team committed to innovation and results.

Qualifications

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Proven success delivering cost savings and supplier consolidation.
• Excellent data analysis and reporting capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier selection, negotiation and contract management.
• Build strong supplier relationships, driving innovation and performance.
• Develop and implement long-term procurement strategies and policies.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field

Job description

Overview

Are you a commercially minded procurement professional looking for your next big challenge?

We’re supporting a market-leading healthcare distributor in their search for a Procurement & Logistics Manager to take full ownership of supplier strategy, cost optimisation, and stock control. This is a pivotal role within the business - you’ll be the face of procurement both internally and externally, driving value while building strong, long-term supplier partnerships.

The Role

As Procurement Manager, you’ll lead procurement strategy and execution across the business. You’ll negotiate with suppliers to secure the best value, streamline the supply base and ensure robust processes are in place to support business growth. Working cross-functionally, you’ll collaborate with sales, finance and operations to ensure procurement delivers both cost savings and reliable supply.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading supplier selection, negotiation and contract management
• Building strong supplier relationships, driving innovation and performance
• Developing and implementing long-term procurement strategies and policies
• Analysing procurement data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Collaborating across departments to optimise stock levels and ensure customer demand is met
• Managing and developing a small procurement team

About You

We’re looking for a proactive and strategic procurement leader who thrives in a fast-paced, commercial environment. You’ll bring:

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Proven success delivering cost savings and supplier consolidation
• Excellent data analysis and reporting capability
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Knowledge of procurement systems, tools and market dynamics
• Degree-level education in Business, Supply Chain, or related field

What’s on Offer

As well as a highly competitive base salary and generous benefits package, this is an opportunity to make a tangible impact from day one, joining a supportive leadership team that values innovation, collaboration and results at a company that's in a very strong position for growth, with procurement being central to their ongoing success.

Note: If you are interested in the above role, please click apply to discuss further. Consult will endeavour to contact candidates within 14 days of application. If you do not hear back after 2 weeks, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.