Procurement Manager^ - Warrington

ZipRecruiter; Warrington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Procurement Manager, where you'll play a pivotal role in enhancing procurement strategies and ensuring compliance. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead a dedicated team, develop sourcing strategies, and manage contracts effectively. You'll collaborate with various stakeholders and represent the organization at key forums, all while contributing to a mission that supports environmental restoration and safety. If you're passionate about procurement and want to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Inclusive work environment

Diverse staff networks

Special leave policies

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and supply chain management.
• Strong knowledge of public procurement regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to deliver compliant procurement solutions.
• Develop and manage sourcing strategies and contracts.

Skills

Procurement Management

Sourcing Strategies

Contract Management

Team Leadership

Compliance Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field

CIPS Certification

Job description

Job Description

Procurement Manager - Warrington

Procurement Manager - 2 Year Secondment Opportunity

What is the key purpose of this role?

Job Purpose: To support the Senior Procurement Manager and Head of Procurement & Supply Chain, contributing to the success of NTS by ensuring all procurement requirements are delivered in a compliant and timely manner. Act as deputy to the Senior Procurement Manager as operational needs dictate. Develop understanding of the transport and logistics category to improve market trend insights, price drivers, and best practices, enabling better-informed business decisions. Develop sourcing strategies and run compliant tenders per the Public Contracts Regulations to improve value from suppliers. Implement and manage contracts to deliver optimal outcomes and manage risks.

What are the key deliverables and accountabilities of the role?

• Lead and manage a small team to deliver compliant, value-adding solutions aligned with the sourcing pipeline.
• Develop and maintain a Category plan supporting NTS and Business strategies.
• Support the Senior Procurement Manager in ensuring compliance with legislative, regulatory, customer, and stakeholder obligations.
• Act as Tender Assessment Team Chair for all Bronze and some Silver procurements as required.
• Draft, review, and approve sourcing strategies and contract award recommendations within delegated authority.
• Keep the Head of Procurement & Supply Chain informed of potential issues, disputes, or challenges.
• Ensure NTS meets all legislative and regulatory obligations.
• Develop and maintain relationships across NDA estate, Shipping, Rail, and Solutions business lines for best practices and collaboration.
• Represent NTS at various forums as required.
• Ensure contracts recommended for signature meet NTS processes and procedures.
• Provide robust Management Information and reporting as per stakeholder expectations.
• Support wider commercial functions in developing and submitting customer bids.

Core Values and Cultural Principles

• Act with transparency and cooperation.
• Be open to continuous improvement and learning.
• Deliver on commitments.
• Promote equality and respect within teams and the division.
• Embed NTS cultural principles of freedom, helpfulness, and drive.

For more information, contact our recruitment team at [e-mail].

What are the benefits of working at NTS?

We encourage applications from diverse candidates and are committed to an inclusive environment. We have active staff networks, special leave policies, and workplace adjustments. We aim to build a diverse organization that nurtures potential at all levels. We welcome applicants from varied backgrounds to bring their whole selves to work. Existing NDA Group employees may be eligible for protections of certain T&Cs when transitioning roles. HR teams will collaborate to ensure appropriate protections are applied.

The company

We are the leading global provider of safe, secure, and reliable nuclear transport solutions that make the world safer and more sustainable. As part of the UK’s Nuclear Decommissioning Authority, we support Europe's largest environmental restoration programme, leveraging our logistics expertise to solve complex challenges worldwide.