Procurement Manager

CV Screen; Wales; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing business in Bridgend is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager. You will lead and develop the procurement function across domestic and international suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage budgets. A strong background in procurement, preferably in FMCG or manufacturing, is essential. This role offers a salary of £45,000 and an excellent benefits package, providing a stable opportunity in a successful organization.

Benefits

Holiday entitlement

Pension

Additional company benefits

Qualifications

• Proven procurement experience, ideally within FMCG or manufacturing environments.
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Experience managing or mentoring team members and working with budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the procurement function, managing strategic sourcing activities.
• Negotiate commercial terms to secure best value, quality, and delivery performance.
• Drive cost savings and manage budgets across key spend areas.
• Build strong supplier relationships and onboard new suppliers.
• Collaborate with finance, planning, and production teams.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Budget management

Job description

Procurement Manager

Introduction

CV Screen is recruiting for an experienced Procurement Manager to join a well‑established manufacturing business based in Bridgend. This is a fantastic office‑based opportunity offering a salary of £45,000 plus an excellent benefits package. The successful candidate will take ownership of strategic sourcing across UK and international markets, leading a small buying team and ensuring continuity of supply. Our client is a long‑standing organisation with a strong market presence, employing several hundred staff and supplying high‑quality products into demanding sectors, with a clear focus on quality, value and sustainability.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the procurement function, managing strategic sourcing activities across domestic and international suppliers
• Negotiate commercial terms to secure best value, quality and delivery performance
• Drive cost savings, forecasting and budget ownership across key spend areas
• Build strong supplier relationships while identifying and onboarding new suppliers
• Work collaboratively with finance, planning and production teams to support business objectives

What Experience is Required

• Proven procurement experience, ideally within FMCG or manufacturing environments
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders
• Experience managing or mentoring team members and working with budgets

Salary & Benefits

• Salary of £45,000 per annum
• Excellent benefits package including holiday entitlement, pension and additional company benefits
• Stable, long‑term role within a successful and growing organisation

Location

The role is based in Bridgend and is easily commutable from Cardiff, Swansea, Neath, Port Talbot, Porthcawl and Barry.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV in strict confidence to Kate Morgan at CV Screen.

Alternate Job Titles

• Senior Buyer
• Supply Chain Manager
• Purchasing Manager
• Strategic Sourcing Manager