Procurement Manager

ZipRecruiter; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Procurement Manager, responsible for managing supplier relationships and developing procurement strategies. This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including healthcare and enhanced holidays, and the opportunity to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking organization.

Benefits

Private healthcare plan

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Life assurance

Enhanced sick pay

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Performance-based bonus scheme

Support for ongoing professional development and training

Discount retail app

Qualifications

• CIPS Level 4 (minimum) — Level 5 preferred.
• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement lifecycle and develop procurement strategies.
• Lead tendering, contract negotiation, and supplier evaluation processes.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical

Supplier Management

Education

CIPS Level 4

CIPS Level 5

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procurement Systems

Job description

Job Description

Job Role: Procurement Manager

Location: Head Office – Team Valley

Reporting to: Finance Director

Salary: Up to £52,000 per annum (DOE)

Benefits: Healthcare | Enhanced Holidays | Life Assurance | Enhanced Sick Pay | Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay | Bonus Scheme

Join Our Growing Team as a Procurement Manager

We are seeking an experienced and driven Procurement Manager to take ownership of our organisation’s procurement strategy and supplier relationships. Reporting to the Finance Director, you’ll play a key role in ensuring best value, quality, and efficiency in the sourcing of goods and services.

This is an exciting new opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, integrity, and collaboration. In return, we offer a fantastic benefits package and a supportive work environment where your expertise will drive real impact.

Main Function of the Role

The Procurement Manager is responsible for managing the procurement lifecycle, developing procurement strategies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and delivering cost-effective solutions. You will lead on contract negotiations, supplier performance management, and continuous process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement robust procurement strategies aligned with organisational goals.

Lead all tendering, contract negotiation, and supplier evaluation processes.

Manage supplier relationships and performance to ensure quality, value, and compliance.

Collaborate cross-functionally to understand procurement needs across departments.

Monitor procurement spend, identify cost-saving opportunities, and report on monthly KPIs.

Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

Drive sustainability and ethical sourcing initiatives.

Breakdown of Key Tasks

Conduct market research and supplier benchmarking.

Prepare and issue RFPs, RFQs, and tender documents.

Review, negotiate, and manage supplier contracts and service level agreements.

Introduce and update the procurement database and contract register.

Analyse spend data and generate monthly procurement reports.

Resolve supplier issues and disputes promptly and professionally.

Provide procurement support for capital projects and strategic initiatives.

Promote procurement best practices across the organisation.

Requirements

CIPS Level 4 (minimum) — Level 5 .

Proven experience in a procurement or supply chain management role.

Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.

Knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory frameworks.

Excellent IT skills, including procurement systems and Microsoft Office.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and build strong stakeholder relationships.

What We Offer

Competitive salary up to £52,000 depending on experience.

Private healthcare plan.

Enhanced holiday entitlement.

Life assurance and enhanced sick pay.

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.

Performance-based bonus scheme.

Discount retail app.

Support for ongoing professional development and training.

Who are we?

Luxury Leisure Talarius, trading as Admiral Slots, is a market leading provider of slots and gaming entertainment in the UK.

Boasting over 280 high street and seaside gaming stores, Admiral offers the ultimate gaming experience, showcasing the best casino and classic slot games available on both the most technologically advanced slot machines and traditional fruit machines. We are constantly investing in the latest technology releases and looking to acquire new venues to continue to grow our portfolio.

Our Aim is to offer our customers impeccable playing environments and an outstanding service that sets us apart from our competitors. Many of our stores are recently refurbished portraying a really modern outlook and a first-class working environment.