Procurement Manager - Indirect - Process & CI Leader

Michael Page (UK); Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Procurement Manager for a leading FMCG organization in Liverpool. This role emphasizes process improvement and the optimization of procurement technology within a collaborative environment. Candidates should have extensive procurement experience, strong analytical skills, and a relevant degree. This permanent position offers competitive compensation, career stability, and the opportunity to drive key initiatives across the business, including stakeholder engagement and compliance management.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car & Benefits

Career progression

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement and supply chain within the FMCG sector.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes and relevant technologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and embed procurement processes, systems, and reporting capabilities.
• Manage supplier compliance risk and support non-compliance issues resolution.
• Deliver training on technology, process, and compliance across procurement.

Skills

Procurement and supply chain experience

Analytical skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Compliance knowledge

Education

Degree in business, supply chain, or procurement

Tools

Procurement technology platforms

Job description

• Procurement Manager - Process Improvement& Technology (CI)
• Liverpool - FMCG- Manufacturing

About Our Client

The organisation is a well-established player in the FMCG industry, with a reputation for innovation and excellence. As a key contributor to the procurement and supply chain department, you will be joining a large organisation that values expertise and operational efficiency.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced procurement professional with a strong background in end‑to‑end indirect procurement. This role offers the opportunity to be a true business partner, working closely with multiple stakeholders to drive change, streamline processes, and implement innovative technology solutions. You will play a key role in delivering procurement excellence, leading compliance initiatives, and rolling out new systems that put procurement at the heart of the business. The newly created role is pivotal in shaping governance, driving process standardisation, and optimising procurement technology to deliver efficiency and clarity across the business.

You will:

• Implement governance controls ensuring compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Standardise operational processes across procurement, improving reporting and transparency.
• Monitor compliance and drive corrective actions internally and with suppliers.
• Lead continuous improvement across procurement technology platforms.
• Help define and deliver our procurement technology strategy.

This role offers exposure across multiple functions (Procurement, Sales, Finance, Operations, Legal, Technical, NPD, Corporate Relations) and external stakeholders, with occasional UK, EU, and global travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and embed procurement processes, systems, and reporting capabilities.
• Build supplier relationship management frameworks and performance tools to drive innovation and value.
• Manage supplier compliance risk and support resolution of non‑compliance issues.
• Implement procurement policies to ensure consistency and standardisation.
• Support governance and audit processes to align with best practice and industry standards.
• Manage procurement technology vendors and ensure system data quality.

Deliver training on technology, process, and compliance across procurement and the wider business.

The Successful Applicant

As a Procurement Manager you will lead on process and technology improvements. You will be a strategic leader who drives the optimisation and digitisation of the entire source‑to‑pay (S2P) lifecycle to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and build a resilient supply chain. This role is vital for aligning procurement activities with broader business goals and leveraging technology to gain a competitive advantage.

• Proven experience in procurement and supply chain within the FMCG sector.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes and relevant technologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines effectively.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.Familiarity with compliance and industry regulations.
• A degree in a relevant field such as business, supply chain, or procurement.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary + Car & Benefits
• Permanent role offering stability and career progression.
• Opportunity to work within a respected organisation in the FMCG industry.
• Based in Liverpool (4 days on‑site) with flexible working hours start/ end times.
• Engage multiple stakeholders to drive organisational success.

If you are ready to take on this exciting Procurement Manager role in Liverpool, we encourage you to apply and contribute to this thriving FMCG organisation.