Strategic Procurement Manager

Sharpsmart; Spennymoor; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharpsmart is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead day-to-day sourcing, contracting and supplier management. You will drive end-to-end procure-to-pay processes in Coupa and partner with Finance to ensure compliant, auditable purchasing.

The role balances commercial delivery with governance and stakeholder engagement, reporting into Finance. You will manage supplier relationships and continually improve procurement efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a procurement or sourcing role.
• Strong negotiation skills within structured commercial frameworks.
• Hands‑on experience with P2P systems.
• Experience working closely with Finance and Accounts Payable.
• Good understanding of procurement governance and controls.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activity including sourcing, supplier evaluation, negotiation and selection.
• Negotiate pricing, terms and service levels to achieve best overall value.
• Develop and deliver procurement strategies aligned to business and financial goals.
• Manage supplier contracts, renewals and performance against agreed KPIs.
• Identify and deliver cost savings and value opportunities.
• Ensure all purchasing aligns with approved budgets.
• Own and manage procurement activity within Coupa.
• Oversee supplier onboarding, catalogues, purchase orders and approval workflows.
• Work closely with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice issues and improve PO compliance.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation skills

P2P systems

Finance/AP collaboration

Governance & controls

Education

CIPS qualification or working towards it

Tools

Coupa

Job description

Sharpsmart is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead day-to-day sourcing, contracting and supplier management. You will drive end-to-end procure-to-pay processes in Coupa and partner with Finance to ensure compliant, auditable purchasing.

The role balances commercial delivery with governance and stakeholder engagement, reporting into Finance. You will manage supplier relationships and continually improve procurement efficiency.