Procurement Manager

ZipRecruiter; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment platform in York is seeking a Procurement Manager - Indirects to oversee sourcing, negotiation, and delivery of contracts. This role involves managing high-value complex contracts within engineering and ensuring compliance with statutory and corporate standards. Candidates should have proven procurement experience in the public sector and excellent stakeholder management skills. This position offers a salary between £50,000-£60,000 and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Highly competitive pension scheme

25 days holiday + BHs (increasing after service)

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement with a strong understanding of PCR-2015 regulations.
• Ability to manage complex categories and deliver value across goods and services.
• Track record of building effective relationships at all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement and management of supply chain contracts.
• Evaluate contract specifications for value and service quality.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and improved performance.
• Oversee procurement processes ensuring compliance.

Skills

Experience in procurement within public sector

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

CIPS qualification (or working towards)

Job description

Overview

Procurement Manager - Indirects

£50,000-£60,000

Hybrid working (2-3 days site based)

Highly competitive pension scheme

25 days holiday + BHs (increasing after service)

Based in York

Your new role

The Procurement Manager oversees the sourcing, negotiation, and delivery of contracts in line with company policies and strategic objectives. They ensure goods and services are procured on optimal terms while maintaining compliance with statutory, corporate, and contractual obligations.

You will be responsible for managing high value complex contracts within (but not limited to) the engineering category.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement and ongoing management of supply chain contracts, working closely with internal stakeholders to define requirements for new, renewed, or re-tendered agreements.
• Evaluate and challenge contract specifications to ensure they are fit for purpose, drawing on best practice and lessons learned to maximise value and service quality.
• Manage procurement activity across engineering and other categories, identifying opportunities for supplier-driven innovation, cost savings, and improved performance.
• Prepare and oversee end-to-end procurement documentation and processes from Expressions of Interest to final contract award ensuring compliance with legislation and internal policies.

Key Skills, Qualifications & Experience required

• Proven experience in procurement within a public sector environment, with a strong understanding of PCR-2015 and or PA23 regulations.
• Demonstrated expertise in indirect procurement, with the ability to manage complex categories and deliver value across a range of goods and services.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with a track record of building effective relationships across all levels of an organisation.
• CIPS qualification (or working towards) is desirable but not essential.

If this role resonates with you or you may know someone, please respond with an updated copy of your CV