Procurement Manager

ASL; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to drive modernization and efficiency in procurement strategies. This senior role offers an excellent salary with comprehensive benefits, ideal for forward-thinking professionals in the supply chain sector.

Qualifications

• Proven procurement management experience within engineering or manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of agile methodologies with team leadership experience.
• Experience with AI technologies is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategy and compliance.
• Lead modernization of systems and streamline supply chain processes.
• Motivate and develop the procurement team.

Skills

Procurement management

Agile methodologies

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Stakeholder engagement

Integration of AI technologies

Job description

A strategic Procurement Manager is required for our market-leading, award-winning engineering client based in the Aylesbury region. In return, there is an excellent salary of circa £60k-£65k+ depending on experience, with excellent company benefits including an annual bonus and a comprehensive pension scheme in an established, reputable company.

Role Overview

This senior-level Procurement Manager role would suit a forward-thinking supply chain professional with good knowledge of agile methodology and experience leading agile, multi-disciplinary teams in supply chain delivery and supplier management. This is a great career opportunity to develop efficient, modern procurement technologies and innovative processes to streamline current systems. Now is an excellent time to join and further your procurement management career in this exciting, fast-paced role.

Key Skills and Experience

• Proven procurement management experience within engineering, manufacturing, or technical industries.
• Strong knowledge and application of agile working methodologies, with experience leading, managing, and motivating procurement teams.
• Excellent supplier relationship management, negotiation skills, and stakeholder engagement, including budget and spend control.
• Experience with integrating AI technologies and innovative solutions to modernize procurement processes (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a procurement strategy and supply chain roadmap ensuring compliance with regulations, sustainability standards, and ethical values.
• Lead modernization efforts, developing procurement systems, and streamlining supply chain processes using AI, data analytics, and supplier portals to minimize disruptions and improve efficiency.
• Motivate, lead, manage, and develop the procurement team, fostering knowledge sharing, professional growth, and success.

A full job description will be provided to suitable candidates upon application. To apply, please email your CV, salary expectations, and availability, demonstrating how you meet our client's Procurement Manager criteria. Don't miss out!