Procurement Manager

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Procurement Manager to lead regional procurement efforts. This role involves overseeing both direct and indirect procurement, managing supplier relationships, and driving cost-saving initiatives. The successful candidate will enjoy opportunities for career advancement while participating in transformative company projects. With a hands-on approach to supplier management and a focus on team development, this position is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to excellence in procurement and inventory management.

Qualifications

• Experience in materials-based procurement and indirect procurement.
• Proven track record in supplier negotiation and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage and develop a team of procurement professionals.
• Implement structured procurement policies and optimize inventory levels.

Skills

Materials-based procurement

Indirect procurement

Supplier negotiation

Cost-saving strategies

Inventory management

Team leadership

Job description

Job Description

Grafton Recruitment is working with a large, market-leading services and engineering business to appoint an experienced Procurement Manager responsible for managing both direct and indirect procurement regionally.

The role involves overseeing inventory profiles and procurement of materials used by the organization, as well as facilities spend, fleet, and general indirect procurement. You will lead a team of procurement and inventory professionals.

This position offers opportunities for career development and progression, and will involve participation in company-wide transformation and implementation projects. A hands-on approach to supplier management, contracts, and price negotiation is essential, along with developing and implementing team strategies.

You will be responsible for:

1. Leading procurement activities within the region, identifying and delivering cost savings, sourcing suppliers and products, and negotiating and delivering contracts.
2. Engaging with internal stakeholders on projects and ensuring procurement processes are followed.
3. Managing, developing, and coaching a team of procurement professionals.
4. Implementing structured procurement policies, processes, and strategies, and identifying areas for improvement.
5. Managing supplier relationships, onboarding new suppliers, ongoing relationship management, supplier rationalization projects, and performance management.
6. Managing stock, overseeing New Product Introduction, phasing out end-of-life products, and optimizing inventory levels.

Requirements:

• Background in materials-based procurement, with experience in indirect procurement, including facilities, fleet, and corporate services.
• Experience managing teams of procurement professionals.
• Proven experience in sourcing and selecting suppliers, leading negotiations, and implementing procurement contracts and frameworks.
• Ability to promote a professional procurement approach within an organization.
• Skill in identifying cost-saving opportunities and developing strategies to achieve savings.
• Experience in managing a varied and complex inventory portfolio to optimize stock levels.

If you would like to find out more, please apply or contact Adrian Harrison – Principal Consultant – Procurement Recruitment.

Grafton Recruitment is part of the €3.5bn GI Recruitment Group, which specializes in HR, sales & marketing, procurement, and supply chain, along with Marks Sattin’s finance recruitment team.