Procurement Team Manager

Advanced Supply Chain Group Ltd; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in supply chain services is seeking a Procurement Team Manager to lead a talented team. This permanent, hybrid role in Bradford offers a salary of £35,000 - £45,000 based on experience. You will drive cost savings and enhance supplier performance while developing procurement strategies. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage a team effectively.

Benefits

Comprehensive onboarding

Ongoing training

Development opportunities

Discounted private healthcare

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain within logistics.
• Leadership experience with team management and development skills.

Responsibilities

• Developing and executing procurement strategies aligned with business targets.
• Managing and developing a team of Procurement Assistants.

Skills

Procurement

Category Management

Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Mindset

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

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Talent Acquisition Specialist @ Advanced Supply Chain Group Ltd | Talent Sourcing & Communications

Are you a dynamic and strategic thinker with a passion for procurement and supply chain excellence? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

This is a permanent, hybrid role at our site in Bradford, where you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment. Every decision you make will impact efficiency and cost-effectiveness, so we're looking for someone who truly excels under pressure. In return for your expertise, we're offering a salary of £35,000 - £45,000, depending on your experience.

As our Procurement Team Manager, you will lead a talented team of Procurement Assistants. Together, you will ensure we secure the best suppliers, negotiate competitive contracts, and keep our supply chain running smoothly.

You will play a pivotal role in driving cost savings, creating efficiencies, improving supplier performance and relationships, and delivering sustainable solutions for our customers. Working closely with our Head of Procurement & Sustainability and other key stakeholders, you'll develop and implement a procurement strategy that enhances value and performance across the organization.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Developing and executing procurement strategies aligned with business financial targets.
2. Identifying opportunities for efficiencies and implementing innovative solutions within procurement processes.
3. Building and managing relationships with key suppliers to achieve competitive pricing, flexibility, and reliability.
4. Monitoring supplier KPIs & SLAs to ensure service excellence.
5. Delivering cost savings and value through effective procurement and negotiations.
6. Managing and developing a team of Procurement Assistants, providing guidance and coaching.

Required skills and experience:

• Proven experience in procurement, category management, or supply chain within logistics.
• Knowledge of transportation and carrier services is desirable.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to drive cost savings.
• Experience in driving efficiencies through strategic procurement initiatives.
• Excellent stakeholder management, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• Analytical mindset with experience using data for decision-making.
• Leadership experience with team management and development skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and MS Office.

What we offer:

We provide comprehensive onboarding, ongoing training, and development opportunities. Our team environment is transparent and collaborative, aligned with our core values. We support work/life balance through a hybrid working model and offer additional holiday purchase options.

Our benefits include savings on everyday expenses via our rewards portal, complimentary annual flu vaccinations, eye care vouchers, and discounted private healthcare for medical and dental needs.

About us:

Advanced Supply Chain Group offers end-to-end supply chain services, from sourcing to delivery, leveraging innovative solutions to streamline processes and provide superior service — "Better, Faster, Cheaper" than competitors.

This is a critical leadership role requiring strategic thinking and attention to detail. If you have a successful track record in procurement and supply chain management, we look forward to discussing this opportunity with you.