Full-Time | Strategic Leadership Opportunity
Are you a commercially minded procurement professional with a passion for delivering value, driving efficiencies, and building strong supplier relationships? We're looking for a proactive and experienced Procurement Manager to take ownership of indirect procurement across a diverse and dynamic business environment.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys combining strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, working closely with senior stakeholders to optimise spend, strengthen governance, and support long-term business growth.
The Role:
As Procurement Manager, you'll be responsible for managing a broad portfolio of indirect spend categories, including:
Energy and utilities
Packaging and consumables
Facilities and professional services
IT and technology
Transport and logistics
Equipment and operational servicesKey responsibilities will include:
Developing and implementing cost-effective procurement strategies
Analysing spend data to identify savings and efficiency opportunities
Managing supplier relationships, performance, and contract negotiations
Leading purchasing policy compliance and procurement governance
Identifying and mitigating procurement and supply chain risks
Aligning procurement processes across multiple business functions
Supporting sustainability and ethical sourcing initiatives
Managing land-related compliance activities and external advisor relationships
Coordinating ESOS reporting and energy compliance requirements
Collaborating with finance, operations, and project teams to support business objectives
You:
We're keen to hear from procurement professionals who can demonstrate:
A minimum of 5 years' procurement experience, ideally within FMCG, manufacturing, agriculture, or a similarly fast-paced environment
Strong commercial and negotiation skills with a proven track record of delivering savings
Experience managing significant indirect spend categories
Excellent analytical skills and confidence working with procurement data
Knowledge of procurement governance, policy management, and compliance
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
The ability to lead projects, influence change, and drive continuous improvement
Qualifications
Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, or a related discipline (preferred)
CIPS qualification desirable
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and procurement systems
Why Apply?
This role offers the chance to make a genuine impact within a growing organisation where procurement is recognised as a strategic function. You'll have the autonomy to shape processes, influence key decisions, and contribute directly to business performance and sustainability goals.
Salary £55 - 60k
10% discretionary bonus
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Salary description
£50000.00 - £60000.00 per year