Procurement Manager

Premier Recruitment Group; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected manufacturing company is looking for a Procurement Manager in Aylesford, UK. You will lead the procurement function, negotiate with suppliers, and manage a small team. The role offers a competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000, 25 days of holiday, and other benefits. Ideal candidates should have a strong commercial background and excellent leadership skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Company pension contribution

Long service award

Death in service benefit

Salary benefits programme

Recruitment referral programme

Annual company social events

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory or management experience.
• A strong commercial background, ideally in estimating and purchasing.
• Experience in the packaging or print industry is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for packaging products based on specifications.
• Oversee purchasing activity ensuring best value in cost, quality, and service.
• Negotiate with suppliers and monitor performance across a network.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Commercial acumen

Negotiation skills

Leadership skills

IT literacy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Are you a commercially minded leader with a knack for numbers, negotiation, and nurturing a team? A long-established manufacturer in the packaging industry is on the lookout for a Procurement Manager to head up our cost estimation and purchasing function. This is a pivotal role, reporting directly to the Operations Director, where you'll lead a small but mighty team, shape procurement strategy, and make a measurable impact on profitability.

Responsibilities

• Preparing detailed, accurate estimates for packaging products based on customer specifications, materials, and machine capabilities.




• Overseeing all purchasing activity, from raw materials to outsourced services, ensuring best value in terms of cost, quality, and service.




• Negotiating with suppliers and monitoring performance across the UK and European network.




• Developing and maintaining pricing models and procurement strategies that align with company goals.




• Leading, supporting, and developing a team of three, setting clear objectives and fostering continuous learning.




• Producing weekly and monthly reports on production costs, procurement KPIs, and material usage for senior management.




• Staying up to date with sustainable packaging options and industry developments.

Requirements

• Proven supervisory or management experience.




• A strong commercial background, ideally combining estimating and purchasing responsibilities.




• Packaging or print industry experience (highly desirable).




• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.




• Excellent leadership, organisational, and interpersonal skills.




• IT literate, confident with Microsoft Office.




• A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to operate with high integrity.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive salary (£40,000 - £45,000 DOE)




• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays




• Company pension contribution




• Long service award with additional annual leave entitlement




• Death in service benefit




• Salary benefits programme including car salary sacrifice, cycle to work, and employee discounts




• Recruitment referral programme




• Annual company social events

This is your chance to take ownership of a vital function within a respected manufacturer, where your expertise will directly shape business performance and team success.

Interested? Apply today and take the next step in your career with a company that values innovation, leadership, and long-term success.