Strategic Procurement Manager - Manufacturing

W Talent; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

W Talent is seeking a skilled Procurement Manager for a Nottinghamshire manufacturing operation. You will lead the UK procurement strategy, negotiate with suppliers and drive risk management to ensure a resilient supply of materials and services.

Ideal candidates will have at least five years in procurement or supply chain, experience in strategic sourcing, SAP or ERP systems, and a track record of delivering cost savings and governance improvements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' procurement or supply chain experience.
• Proven success in supplier negotiations and contract management.
• Experience delivering cost savings and continuous improvement programmes.
• Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills.
• Experience using SAP or other ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing procurement strategies aligned to business objectives.
• Leading supplier sourcing, selection, contract negotiations and supplier performance management.
• Delivering measurable cost reduction and value improvement initiatives.
• Managing supply chain risk and ensuring continuity of supply.
• Driving procurement best practice, compliance and purchasing governance.
• Leading digital procurement initiatives and improving reporting through data‑driven decision making.
• Managing and developing the purchasing team while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Skills

Supplier negotiations

Contract management

Strategic sourcing

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

CIPS MCIPS qualification

Tools

SAP

Job description

W Talent is seeking a skilled Procurement Manager for a Nottinghamshire manufacturing operation. You will lead the UK procurement strategy, negotiate with suppliers and drive risk management to ensure a resilient supply of materials and services.

Ideal candidates will have at least five years in procurement or supply chain, experience in strategic sourcing, SAP or ERP systems, and a track record of delivering cost savings and governance improvements.