Manager Procurement jobs in United Kingdom

Technical Procurement Manager – Location: Bristol (Hybrid options available).

Are you ready to make a tangible impact on the UK's energy future? We are recruiting for a fast-growing start-up leading the transition from gas boilers to greener, more affordable heating solutions. With breakthrough technology and major investment secured, we're on a mission to reduce carbon emissions from UK homes and reshape how people think about heating.

We are looking for a Technical Procurement Manager to join our dynamic team. In this role, you'll lead procurement operations, build strong supplier relationships, optimise costs, and ensure high-quality components for our innovative heat pumps.

• Lead the procurement function across mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical components.
• Source, evaluate, and qualify suppliers, negotiating contracts and delivery schedules to achieve best value.
• Establish robust procurement processes for both prototypes and production as we scale.
• Collaborate closely with engineering to align sourcing with technical requirements and cost targets.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Explore new materials, suppliers, and solutions to enhance manufacturability and efficiency.

• Motivated by purpose, inspired by impact, and proactive in problem-solving.
• Experienced (5+ years) in technical procurement or supply chain management within engineering or manufacturing.
• Skilled at sourcing mechanical/electro-mechanical assemblies for new product introduction.
• Commercially astute, with a track record of delivering cost, quality, and on-time performance.
• Familiar with interpreting engineering drawings, BOMs, and specifications.

• £45-£55K
• Access to private healthcare
• 25 days holiday
• Potential to buy shares
• Career progression as you will be joining a company with rapid growth plans