Procurement Manager

Manpower UK Ltd; Oakenshaw; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Procurement Manager in Bradford. This role involves managing purchase orders, negotiating with suppliers, and supporting cost-saving initiatives. Candidates should possess strong attention to detail, excellent Excel skills, and experience in material and plant hire ordering. This is a full-time, permanent position with a salary ranging from £35,000 to £40,000.

Qualifications

• Experience with material and plant hire ordering using a computerised database.
• Good planning and organisation skills.
• Self-motivated and able to prioritise workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Raising purchase orders for all goods, services, and plant hire.
• Negotiating with suppliers to secure cost-effective pricing and terms.
• Monitoring deliveries and managing supplier queries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Microsoft Excel skills

Planning and organisation skills

Relationship building

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths

Tools

RedSky

Job description

Overview

Procurement Manager

📍 Location: Bradford | 🕓 Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week | 💼 Contract: Permanent | 💰 Salary: 35-40k | 📅 Start Date: ASAP

Play a Key Role in Driving Procurement Excellence

Are you an experienced procurement or plant hire professional with strong attention to detail and a passion for delivering value across the supply chain? Manpower are representing an exciting client in Bradford. We are looking for a proactive Procurement Manager to join our finance and operations team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of purchasing processes, support strategic cost-saving initiatives, and ensure timely procurement of materials, goods, and plant hire services for a growing business.

What You\'ll Be Doing

• Raising purchase orders for all goods, services, and plant hire
• Liaising with operational teams to forecast and fulfil procurement needs
• Negotiating with suppliers to secure cost-effective pricing and terms
• Managing inventory levels, monthly stock takes, and accurate valuations
• Monitoring deliveries, chasing outstanding items, and managing supplier queries
• Maintaining the Plant Hire database and ensuring data accuracy
• Sourcing ad hoc suppliers and processing card payments or proforma invoices
• Managing supplier onboarding and credit applications
• Coordinating hotel bookings and managing vehicle toll accounts (e.g., Dart Tag, Humber Tag)
• Supporting production teams with costing and procurement reporting

What You\'ll Need to Succeed

Essential:

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Previous experience with material and plant hire ordering using a computerised database
• Excellent Microsoft Excel skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication skills (verbal & written)
• Good planning and organisation skills
• Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Self-motivated and able to prioritise workload effectively
• A visible commitment to SHEQ values (Safety, Health, Environment & Quality)

Desirable:

• Experience using RedSky (especially purchasing and plant hire modules)
• Prior experience in a construction or engineering-based procurement role

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