Senior Procurement Manager - Head Procurement Business Partner

Michael Page; England; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity as a Senior Procurement Manager in Cheshire with a leading recruitment agency. You will lead procurement strategy, manage supplier relationships, and develop a high-performing team within the nuclear and defence sectors. The role offers a competitive salary of £75,000 - £85,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package. If you possess the necessary experience in complex environments and leadership skills, apply now to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of line management experience in complex environments.
• Experience with NEC4 contracts and strategic sourcing.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategy and manage supplier relationships.
• Guide team through project phases from concept to delivery.
• Ensure procurement strategies align with delivery objectives.

Skills

Line management experience

Deep understanding of NEC4 contracts

Stakeholder influence

Calm and pragmatic leadership

Project delivery on large portfolios

Job description

The Senior Procurement Manager in Cheshire will lead procurement strategy, manage supplier relationships, and drive operational excellence across the supply chain. This role also involves developing team performance and expanding the supply chain's capabilities and offerings.

This opportunity is with a large organisation in the nuclear and defence sector, renowned for its significant contributions to the sector. The company is committed to delivering innovative solutions and maintaining the highest standards in its operations.

Description

As a Senior Procurement Manager / Procurement Leader you will:

• Manage a team and drive performance with strategic influence
• Lead the team through the concept and design phase, progressing toward full delivery
• Provide strategic commercial leadership across procurement activities, including NEC4 contract negotiations (pre- and post-award)
• Support the team and help oversee ITT processes, category regulations, agreement approvals, and post-contract efficiency tracking
• Grow and develop tailored supply chains to meet project-specific needs, including capital investment planning and niche JV arrangements
• Engage and influence complex stakeholder groups including engineering, project management, quality, health & safety, and security
• Represent the workstream at senior levels, manage escalations, and act as a strategic partner to the clients
• Guide subcontract readiness and ensure procurement strategies align with delivery objectives
• Foster a high-performing team culture and support capability development across direct and indirect reports

Profile

A successful Senior Procurement Manager / Procurement Leader should have:

• Experience: 5-10 years in line management, must be within complex, multi-disciplinary environments.
• Commercial Acumen: Deep understanding of NEC4 contracts, procurement frameworks, and strategic sourcing.
• Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders across technical and operational domains and grow out the supply chain offering
• Leadership Style: Calm, pragmatic, and resilient under pressure; able to navigate ambiguity and drive clarity
• Project Delivery: Experience managing £100M+ procurement portfolios and building new supply chains
• Sector Background: Defence or nuclear preferred; transferable experience from other regulated sectors considered
• Governance: Comfortable operating in governance-heavy environments with strong strategic challenge and oversight capabilities

Job Offer

Competitive salary in the range of approximately c£75,000 - £85,000 + Bonus

Comprehensive benefits package to support your professional and personal well-being.

Opportunity to work within a large organisation with opportunities to develop your career as the business grows

Join this exciting opportunity in Cheshire and make a significant impact as a Senior Procurement Manager/ Head of Procurement. As a Procurement Leader you can help shape and impact the organisation as well as have the opportunity to progress. Apply today to take the next step in your career.