Reporting to:
Commercial Director
Purpose of the Role:
The Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and implementing purchasing strategies to ensure the timely, cost-effective, and quality-focused procurement of materials, goods, and services required by the business. The role involves supplier management, contract negotiation, cost reduction initiatives, inventory optimisation, and ensuring continuity of supply.
Key Responsibilities:
Procurement & Purchasing
- Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Source and negotiate with suppliers to achieve the best value in terms of cost, quality, delivery, and service.
- Manage the purchasing of raw materials, consumables, equipment, and services.
- Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and material availability.
- Ensure purchase orders are raised accurately and in a timely manner.
Supplier Management
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
- Conduct regular supplier reviews and performance assessments.
- Resolve supplier issues relating to quality, delivery, and pricing.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing agreements, and service level agreements.
Cost Management
- Drive continuous cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality or service.
- Analyse spend data and identify opportunities for savings.
- Monitor and control procurement budgets.
- Support business profitability through strategic sourcing activities.
Inventory & Supply Chain Management
- Work closely with Planning, Production, Warehouse, and Quality departments to ensure material availability.
- Maintain appropriate stock levels to support production requirements.
- Minimise excess and obsolete inventory.
- Develop contingency plans to mitigate supply chain risks
Compliance & Quality
- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and procedures.
- Support quality management systems and supplier quality initiatives.
- Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation.
- Ensure suppliers comply with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.
Reporting & Analysis
- Produce procurement reports and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Analyse purchasing trends and supplier performance data.
- Present recommendations and procurement strategies to senior management.
- Monitor supplier lead times and delivery performance.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Material cost savings achieved.
- Supplier on-time delivery performance.
- Inventory stock accuracy.
- Supplier quality performance.
- Procurement budget adherence.
- Purchase order accuracy.
- Supply chain continuity and risk management
Skills & Experience:
Essential
- Proven experience in a Procurement Manager or Senior Buyer role.
- Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong commercial awareness and cost management experience.
- Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable
- CIPS qualification (Level 4 or above).
- Experience with ISO 9001 quality management systems.
- Knowledge of supply chain and inventory management principles.
- Experience in plastics, moulding, engineering, or manufacturing sectors.
Personal Attributes:
- Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
- Highly organised and detail oriented.
- Proactive and results driven.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong ethical standards and integrity.
- Continuous improvement mindset.
Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
