Procurement Manager

Rise 10 Talent Ltd; Harlow; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fuel and energy organisation in Harlow is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to develop a high-performing procurement function. This role includes leading a procurement team, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with UK legislation. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and a CIPS qualification. The position offers a salary between £65,000 and £80,000, with potential for hybrid working. Apply now to drive strategic procurement for a growing nationwide business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading procurement or supply chain teams.
• Track record of embedding procurement best practices across multi-site organisations.
• Experience in the fuel, logistics, renewable energy, oil & gas, pharmaceutical, or chemical sectors is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated procurement team and take ownership of strategic sourcing.
• Build strong supplier relationships to drive performance and innovation.
• Ensure compliance with UK legislation and environmental standards.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Commercial acumen

Education

CIPS qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Procurement Manager

Harlow, Essex (office-based with potential to lead to hybrid)

£65,000-£80,000

Rise10 Recruitment are partnering with a leading fuel and energy organisation to appoint an experienced Procurement Manager. This is a key strategic role for a business undergoing significant growth, offering the chance to build and shape a high-performing procurement function from the ground up.

As Procurement Manager, you will lead a dedicated procurement team and take ownership of strategic sourcing, supplier management, and end-to-end procurement operations.

You will ensure a secure, cost-effective, and sustainable fuel supply for a nationwide operation, while embedding best-practice processes and strong governance frameworks.

This position is ideal for a proactive, commercially driven leader with a passion for operational excellence and long-term value creation.

Strategic Procurement Leadership

• Develop and deliver a procurement strategy aligned with business and market conditions
• Lead high-value contract negotiations with fuel suppliers, logistics partners, and service providers
• Monitor domestic and international fuel markets to identify risks, cost‑saving opportunities, and trends
• Manage optimal fuel inventory levels and supplier credit limits

Supplier & Contract Management

• Build strong supplier relationships to drive performance and innovation
• Oversee the full contract lifecycle, including tenders, renewals, SLAs, and performance management
• Implement structured procurement frameworks such as rate cards, approved supplier lists, and category management

Operational Excellence

• Develop and own procurement policies, guidelines, and governance
• Work closely with commercial, finance, logistics, and operational teams
• Introduce digital procurement tools, KPIs, and reporting frameworks
• Lead indirect procurement across the organisation

Risk & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with UK legislation and environmental standards
• Maintain contingency plans for supply disruptions and volatile markets
• Uphold internal and external procurement governance

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a skilled procurement team
• Foster a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement

About You

• Proven experience leading procurement or supply chain teams.
• CIPS qualification
• Track record of embedding procurement best practices across multi-site organisations.
• Experience in the fuel, logistics, renewable energy, oil & gas, pharmaceutical, or chemical sectors is highly desirable.
• Expertise in liquid commodities and operating within regulated environments.
• Hands‑on procurement experience with a strong commercial mindset.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills and commercial acumen.
• Knowledge of UK regulatory frameworks.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and board‑level communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Drive strategic procurement, shape a high-performing team, and deliver sustainable energy solutions for a growing nationwide business- Apply now