Procurement Manager

Tony Beal Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Procurement Manager to enhance sourcing and supply chain excellence. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in procurement, particularly in manufacturing or textile sectors, and possess strong negotiation and communication skills. This role includes developing procurement strategies and managing supplier performance while ensuring compliance with procurement policies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement, ideally within a manufacturing or textile environment.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• High level of commercial awareness and understanding of total cost of ownership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for materials and services.
• Manage supplier performance, including quality, cost, and delivery.
• Negotiate contracts and service level agreements to ensure optimal terms.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

ERP systems

Attention to detail

Job description

Position Summary

The Beal Group is looking to appoint a Procurement Manager to support sourcing and supply chain excellence across its operations. This role will ensure the Group has access to quality materials and services at competitive prices while building robust supplier relationships to support strategic growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for materials and services.
• Manage supplier performance, including quality, cost, and delivery.
• Negotiate contracts and service level agreements to ensure optimal terms.
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with planning and production teams.
• Conduct regular market research and benchmarking to inform sourcing decisions.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to support business continuity and innovation.

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in procurement, ideally within a manufacturing or textile environment.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• High level of commercial awareness and understanding of total cost of ownership.
• Experience working with ERP systems and using data to inform decisions.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build effective relationships internally and externally.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to ethical procurement practices.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Cost savings delivered through effective negotiation and supplier management.
• Supplier on-time delivery performance and quality compliance.
• Reduction in procurement cycle time.
• Inventory optimisation and stock availability levels.
• Compliance with procurement policies and audit standards.
• Supplier relationship satisfaction and contract performance.