Procurement Team Lead

Morson Talent; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded manufacturer in Banbury is seeking a Procurement Team Lead to refine procurement strategies and enhance supplier relationships. This leadership role involves developing a procurement team, managing supplier performance, and collaborating with various departments to ensure efficiency. The ideal candidate will be CIPS-qualified with experience in manufacturing, particularly in sourcing machining and plastic mouldings.

Benefits

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• CIPS-qualified with a solid understanding of procurement best practices.
• Proven experience leading and developing procurement teams.
• Background in durable goods or manufacturing sectors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategy focused on cost-efficiency.
• Lead and develop the procurement team to drive performance.
• Rationalise the supplier base and manage key commercial partnerships.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure timely delivery.
• Establish supplier performance metrics and compliance frameworks.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder engagement

Supplier relationship management

Education

CIPS qualification

Job description

Job Title: Procurement Team Lead
Location: Banbury, Oxfordshire
Salary: £57,500 - £70,000 (Depending on Experience) + Additional Benefits

Are you ready to guide and elevate a high-impact procurement function within a growing manufacturing business in the durable goods sector?

Our client, a well-regarded manufacturer with a global reach, is looking for a Procurement Team Lead to take charge of their procurement operations. This role offers the opportunity to refine strategy, strengthen supplier relationships, and enhance procurement processes across the organisation.

This is a leadership position with real potential to influence the direction of procurement for a well-established and evolving company.

Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a clear procurement strategy focused on cost-efficiency, supplier performance, and operational excellence.

- Lead, support, and develop the procurement team to build capability and drive performance.

- Rationalise the supplier base and manage key commercial partnerships. Significant areas of spend include machining and plastic mouldings, along with other goods and services.

- Collaborate with departments including Planning, Production, Engineering, and Design to ensure timely delivery of quality goods and services.

- Establish supplier performance metrics and introduce a robust compliance framework aligned with internal policies and industry standards.

- Work with international suppliers and procurement teams to maximise value and alignment across global operations.

About You:
- CIPS-qualified with a solid understanding of procurement best practices and contract law.

- Proven experience leading and developing procurement teams.

- Background in durable goods or broader manufacturing sectors, with specific experience in sourcing machining and plastic mouldings.

- Skilled in negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and influencing at all levels.

- A proactive leader with the ability to implement change and drive continuous improvement through people and process.

If this role resonates with you. please respond with an updated copy of your CV.