Procurement Team Lead

-; Horsham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global aviation company is seeking a skilled Procurement Team Leader to manage sourcing activities and lead supplier relationships. You will drive commercial negotiations to deliver measurable cost savings and ensure supplier performance aligns with business goals. The ideal candidate has proven strategic procurement experience, strong contract management skills, and great communication abilities. This role emphasizes teamwork in an inclusive workplace with competitive perks.

Benefits

Team fun budget

Free LinkedIn Learning access

Charity event opportunities

Onsite gym

Discretionary bonus

Private healthcare

Relocation support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in strategic procurement within a complex environment.
• Strong track record in developing procurement strategies and managing supplier performance.
• High commercial acumen with the ability to analyse spend and market data.
• Familiar with contract drafting and contract law.

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.
• Deliver annual cost savings.

Skills

Strategic procurement experience

Contract management skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

CIPS qualification or working towards

Job description

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. Here's what we offer:

• 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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