Procurement Manager

ZipRecruiter; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Civil Engineering and Aggregates business seeks a motivated Procurement Manager. This role involves leading procurement strategies, fostering supplier relationships, and overseeing the entire procurement process to drive cost savings and support business goals. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a business-related field and significant experience in procurement management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement management, ideally in civil engineering or construction.
• Deep understanding of procurement best practices with a track record of cost savings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a procurement strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Build and maintain supplier partnerships, negotiate contracts, ensuring value.
• Oversee the entire procurement process, ensuring compliance and best value.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical

Education

Degree in a business-related field

Tools

Procurement software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving cost savings and building strong supplier relationships?

My client, a leading Civil Engineering and Aggregates business are looking for a motivated and experienced Procurement Manager to join their dynamic team. In this role, you’ll lead their procurement function, ensuring they source high-quality products and services at competitive prices to support their business goals.

What You'll Do:

• Shape Procurement Strategy: Develop and implement a procurement strategy aligned with our business objectives, driving value across the organization.
• Lead & Inspire: Manage and guide our procurement team, working closely with stakeholders to deliver cost savings without compromising on quality.
• Supplier Relationships: Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships, negotiate contracts, and secure the best deals to ensure optimal delivery of goods and services.
• End-to-End Procurement: Oversee the entire procurement process, from tendering and sourcing to contract negotiation, ensuring compliance and best value.
• Performance Management: Implement a supplier performance framework with regular reviews and KPI reporting to continually enhance supplier performance.
• Strategic Reporting: Provide detailed procurement reports and insights to senior management to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement.

What You'll Bring:

• Education: Degree or equivalent in a business-related field.
• Experience: Proven experience in procurement management, ideally within civil engineering or construction.
• Expertise: Deep understanding of procurement best practices, with a track record of delivering cost savings and improving supplier performance.
• Leadership: Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide a team toward achieving results.
• Negotiation & Communication: Exceptional negotiation, communication, and influencing skills.
• Analytical Mindset: Strong analytical abilities to use data in making strategic decisions.
• Tech-Savvy: Proficient in procurement software and MS Office Suite.

If you’re ready to make a significant impact and help shape the future of their procurement strategy, I want to hear from you! Apply today and be part of a company where your expertise will drive success.

Apply now!