Procurement Manager

Rise10 Recruitment; Harlow; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Procurement Manager for a renewable energy organization in Harlow. This strategic role involves leading a procurement team, managing supplier relationships, and developing procurement strategies. The ideal candidate will have experience in the energy sector, strong negotiation skills, and a degree in a relevant field. The position offers a competitive salary of £65,000 to £80,000 per annum and is office-based.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading procurement/supply chain teams.
• Strong background in fuel, logistics, or the renewables energy sector.
• Understanding of UK regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated procurement team and strategic sourcing.
• Develop and deliver procurement strategies.
• Build strong supplier relationships and oversee contract management.

Skills

Procurement best practice

Stakeholder communication

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office skills

Education

Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field (CIPS preferred)

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement analytics tools

Job description

Job title : Procurement Manager

Location : Harlow (Office-based)

Salary : £65,000–£80,000 per annum

Rise10 Recruitment is partnering with a leading renewable 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.

The Role

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.

Key Responsibilities

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

• Experience in leading procurement / supply chain teams
• Experience embedding procurement best practice within a multi-site organisation
• Strong background in fuel, logistics or the wider renewables energy sector
• Demonstrated commercial acumen and strong negotiation capability
• Understanding of UK regulatory frameworks
• Excellent stakeholder and board-level communication skills
• Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field (CIPS preferred)
• Strong analytical and Microsoft Office skills

Desirable

• Experience with sustainability initiatives (biofuels, carbon reduction, etc.)
• Familiarity with ERP and procurement analytics tools
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment