Manager Procurement jobs in United Kingdom
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Purchasing Manager
Job summary
A well-established UK manufacturer is seeking a Purchasing Manager to oversee supplier performance, manage a purchasing team, and improve processes. Ideal candidates have experience in manufacturing procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to interpret technical drawings. The role offers competitive benefits including 33 days holiday and career development opportunities.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Proven experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
- Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Team management experience with a track record of developing others.
- Knowledge of supply chain and lean principles.
Responsibilities
- Oversee supplier performance, negotiate contracts, and improve purchasing processes.
- Forecast procurement needs in line with market trends.
- Lead and develop a small purchasing team, driving both performance and personal growth.
- Deliver cost reductions and track performance against clear KPIs.
- Collaborate with internal departments to ensure procurement aligns with operational requirements.
- Work closely with Finance to ensure accuracy in payments and reporting.
Skills
- Job Reference: JN -082025-63359_1756464331
We're excited to be partnering with a well-established UK manufacturer, working with advanced technology to support leading OEMs across sectors like defence, construction, rail, and much more.
With in-house expertise spanning laser cutting, CNC machining, fabrication, welding, and full assembly, they deliver complex projects from start to finish and they're now looking for a Purchasing Manager to join their team. If you have proven experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing or engineering environment - we would love to hear from you!
In this role, you\'ll:
- Oversee supplier performance, negotiate contracts, and improve purchasing processes.
- Forecast procurement needs in line with market trends.
- Lead and develop a small purchasing team, driving both performance and personal growth.
- Deliver cost reductions and track performance against clear KPIs.
- Collaborate with internal departments to ensure procurement aligns with operational requirements.
- Work closely with Finance to ensure accuracy in payments and reporting.
What we\'re looking for:
- Proven experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
- Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Team management experience with a track record of developing others.
- Knowledge of supply chain and lean principles.
What\'s on offer:
- 33 days holiday (including bank holidays).
- Life assurance, pension, and healthcare plan.
- Free onsite parking.
- Gym and retail membership discounts.
- Career development support through training and structured progression.
- A collaborative culture where people are supported and recognised.
Sounds good, how do I apply?
- Option 1: Click the apply button, don\'t worry if you don\'t have an up-to-date CV, we can discuss whatever you have to hand.
- Option 2: Find Morgan Veness on LinkedIn and drop me a message or connection request
About Us
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we\'re happy to discuss flexible working options.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.
For more information on this vacancy please contact us on 01143503542.
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.
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