Procurement Manager - Site based

CTS Group; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CTS Group is seeking a Procurement Manager in Middlesbrough to lead procurement across major construction and engineering projects. You will source materials, subcontract services, and vendors while aligning strategies with project budgets and delivery schedules.

You will negotiate contracts, monitor supplier performance, and drive continuous improvement across supply chains. Strong English communication, Excel skills, and ERP experience are essential to deliver value and maintain timelines.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Procurement, Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or vendor management.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain management and procurement best practices.
• Experience in construction/engineering/industrial/manufacturing/data centre projects is desirable.
• Strong commercial awareness and contract negotiation skills.
• Excel proficiency and experience with ERP/purchasing systems.
• Excellent stakeholder and supplier management capabilities.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Fluent English (written and spoken).
• Excellent planning, organisational, and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities across major construction and engineering projects.
• Sourcing of materials, equipment, subcontract services, and specialists.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with project budgets and delivery schedules.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, lead times, and terms with suppliers.
• Maintain supplier relationships and manage supplier performance.
• Oversee tendering, RFQ, and supplier selection processes.
• Ensure procurement compliance and drive continuous improvement in the supply chain.
• Collaborate with project teams to support requirements and cost control.

Skills

Procurement

Contract negotiation

Supplier management

Excel

ERP systems

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

English (written/spoken)

Education

Degree in Business/Supply Chain/Procurement

HNC/HND equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Procurement Manager – Middlesbrough, UK

Who We’re Looking For

You have proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management within a construction, engineering, manufacturing, data centre, or industrial environment. You enjoy working in a fast-paced project setting, are commercially astute, and have a strong ability to build and maintain strategic supplier relationships.

You are an excellent negotiator with strong analytical skills, capable of managing multiple procurement activities simultaneously while ensuring cost efficiency, quality standards, and programme requirements are met. You take a proactive approach to problem-solving and are committed to delivering value across the supply chain.

What You’ll Do

You will lead procurement activities across major construction and engineering projects, supporting the sourcing of materials, equipment, subcontract services, and specialist vendors. Working closely with project teams, commercial departments, suppliers, and stakeholders, you will ensure procurement strategies align with project objectives, budgets, and delivery schedules.

You will be responsible for supplier performance, contract negotiations, procurement compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives while helping drive efficiencies throughout the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Managing procurement and purchasing activities across multiple projects

• Developing and implementing procurement strategies to support project delivery

• Negotiating contracts, pricing, lead times, and commercial terms

• Building and maintaining strong supplier and subcontractor relationships

• Evaluating suppliers based on quality, capability, reliability, performance, and cost

• Managing tendering, RFQ, and supplier selection processes

• Monitoring supplier performance and driving continuous improvement initiatives

• Maintaining procurement records, supplier databases, and contract documentation

• Collaborating with project, commercial, and operational teams to support project requirements

• Identifying cost-saving opportunities and supply chain efficiencies

• Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and cost control activities

• Managing procurement risks and ensuring continuity of supply

• Ensuring compliance with company policies, contractual requirements, and procurement procedures

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree, HNC, HND, or equivalent qualification in:

  • Business Administration
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Procurement
  • Construction Management
  • Engineering
  • Related Discipline

• Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or vendor management

• Strong knowledge of supply chain management and procurement best practices

• Experience working within construction, engineering, industrial, manufacturing, or data centre projects is highly desirable

• Strong commercial awareness and contract negotiation skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

• Experience using ERP, procurement, and purchasing management systems

• Excellent stakeholder and supplier management capabilities

• Strong analytical and reporting skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

• Very strong English written and spoken

• Excellent planning, organisational, and decision-making abilities

Why Join Us

You will play a critical role in supporting the successful delivery of high-value projects by developing supplier partnerships, driving procurement excellence, and ensuring the efficient sourcing of materials and services.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence procurement strategy within a growing organisation, work alongside experienced project delivery teams, and contribute to major infrastructure, industrial, and technology-driven developments. You'll have the opportunity to make a real impact while developing your career in a business that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.