Procurement Manager

Adaptable Recruitment; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Adaptable Recruitment, based in Liverpool, is recruiting an experienced Procurement Manager to lead end-to-end procurement activities within a regulated environment. The role focuses on complex projects, governance, compliance and supplier negotiations.

You will manage tender processes, develop policies and provide expert guidance to stakeholders while driving value and risk mitigation across the procurement lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Experience leading end-to-end procurement projects in regulated settings.
• Strong knowledge of procurement policies, governance and compliance.
• Proven track record in tender processes and supplier negotiations.
• CIPS qualification or equivalent is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement activity, including complex and high-value projects.
• Manage full tendering process from requirements to contract award.
• Develop and maintain procurement policies, procedures and governance.
• Ensure procurement activity complies with legislation and controls.
• Provide expert procurement guidance to stakeholders.
• Lead supplier negotiations and contract management to maximise value.
• Manage supplier due diligence, risk assessments and performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and costs.
• Maintain audit trails, documentation and reporting.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

End-to-end procurement

Stakeholder management

Contract negotiations

Governance & compliance

Regulated environment

Tender management

Education

CIPS qualification

Job description

Procurement Manager (BBBH11022) Liverpool, England

Salary: GBP60000 - GBP60000 per annum

Procurement Manager

Location: Liverpool
Salary: Up to £60,000
We’re looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to join a business in Liverpool, with responsibility for leading end-to-end procurement activity within a regulated environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional with experience leading complex procurement projects, managing procurement policies and procedures, and ensuring robust governance and compliance throughout the procurement lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement activity, including complex and high-value procurement projects.
• Manage the full tendering process, from requirements gathering and specification development through to evaluation, negotiation and contract award.
• Develop, review and maintain procurement policies, procedures and governance frameworks.
• Ensure all procurement activity complies with relevant legislation, regulatory requirements and internal controls.
• Provide expert procurement advice and guidance to stakeholders across the business.
• Lead supplier negotiations and contract management activities to achieve value for money and minimise risk.
• Manage supplier due diligence, risk assessments and performance monitoring.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, deliver efficiencies and achieve cost savings.
• Maintain robust audit trails, documentation and reporting to support transparency and compliance.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to support effective commercial outcomes.

About You

• Proven experience in a Procurement Manager or similar senior procurement role.
• Experienced in working within a regulated environment.
• Demonstrable experience managing end-to-end procurement and leading complex procurement exercises.
• Strong knowledge of procurement policies, procedures, governance and compliance.
• Experience managing tender processes, contract negotiations and supplier relationships.
• Confident advising and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong commercial acumen, analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• CIPS qualification, or equivalent experience, would be advantageous.