Procurement Team Lead

AJ Walter Aviation; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled Procurement Team Leader to manage and improve sourcing strategies. This role involves leading supplier relationships and driving negotiations to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency. Candidates should have a strong track record in procurement and excellent communication skills. The company values innovation and offers a supportive workplace with various employee perks.

Benefits

Team fun budget

Free access to LinkedIn Learning

Onsite gym

Discretionary bonus

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• Proven experience in strategic procurement within a complex environment.
• High commercial acumen with the ability to analyse spend and market data.
• Detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable with change.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier contract negotiations and ensure compliance with internal policies.
• Monitor and manage supplier performance across key contracts.
• Collaborate with internal teams to amend, renew, and optimise supplier contracts.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Contract management

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Supplier performance management

Job description

Job description

We’re looking for a skilled Procurement Team Leader to manage and improve our tactical and strategic sourcing activities. This role will lead supplier relationships, drive commercial negotiations and deliver measurable cost savings and operational efficiency. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders to execute procurement strategies and ensure supplier performance aligns with business goals.

The opportunity

We’re looking for a skilled Procurement Team Leader to manage and improve our tactical and strategic sourcing activities. This role will lead supplier relationships, drive commercial negotiations and deliver measurable cost savings and operational efficiency. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders to execute procurement strategies and ensure supplier performance aligns with business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead supplier contract negotiations and ensure compliance with internal policies.
• Monitor and manage supplier performance across key contracts.
• Act as the escalation point for supplier issues raised by buyers or strategic leads.
• Collaborate with internal teams to amend renew and optimise supplier contracts.
• Deliver annual cost savings in line with team and company targets.
• Build market knowledge to support sourcing decisions and competitive advantage.
• Oversee spend categories and ensure accountability for performance.
• Improve cost, risk, contract quality and delivery outcomes.
• Conduct market analysis, issue tenders and evaluate supplier responses.
• Track and report key performance indicators and manage supplier penalties where applicable.

About you

• Proven experience in strategic procurement within a complex environment.
• Strong track record in developing procurement strategies and managing supplier performance.
• Skilled in contract management and minimising commercial risk.
• High commercial acumen with the ability to analyse spend and market data.
• Familiar with contract drafting and contract law.
• Excellent communication, collaboration and relationship‐building skills.
• Detail‑oriented, adaptable and comfortable with change.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the aviation C&E industry.
• Experience mentoring procurement professionals.
• CIPS qualified or working towards qualification.

Why join us

We are AJW. We connect supply and deliver. We’re proud to be part of an industry that connects the world.

At AJW we’re more than just a business – we’re a global team shaping the future of aviation. We connect supply and deliver to keep the world moving and we invest in the people who make it happen. When you join us you’ll be part of an innovative, supportive and inclusive workplace where you can grow and thrive.

• A team fun budget to bring colleagues together.
• Free access to LinkedIn Learning to support your development.
• Opportunities to take part in charity events, volunteering and community projects.
• A modern office with an onsite gym, bike‑to‑work scheme and a great restaurant.
• A discretionary bonus and private healthcare.

Relocation support if you’re moving closer to our HQ.

We encourage five days a week in the office to strengthen teamwork, collaboration and development. However we understand personal circumstances vary and we support flexibility where needed. Some roles may require more in‑office presence to meet business needs but we’re committed to finding the right balance for our team.

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Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1