Procurement Manager

Andy File Associates Limited are working as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client with regards this permanent vacancy.

Role

Purpose:

The Procurement Manager will be responsible for overseeing the sourcing, purchasing, and supply chain management of goods and services. This role ensures that procurement activities align with organizational goals, deliver cost savings, and maintain strong supplier relationships while adhering to compliance and ethical standards.

Main

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Strategic Procurement:
Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives. Identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.

* Supplier Management:
Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure favourable terms. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability and quality.

* Contract Management:
Draft, review, and manage procurement contracts. Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company policies.

* Budget & Cost Control:
Monitor procurement budgets and track spending. Conduct market analysis to benchmark pricing and supplier performance.

* Risk Management:

Assess supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies. Ensure business continuity through contingency planning.

Who are we looking for:

Essential Qualifications - CIPS Level 3 minimum

Desirable Qualifications - Degree in business management, supply chain management or finance field

Experience required

Essential: 5+ years of procurement or supply chain management experience.

Competencies

Essential:
Strong analytical and negotiation skills, Excellent communications skills, Knowledge of compliance, sustainability and ethical sourcing practices

Desirable: ERP system software (Sage if possible).

Hours of work:
Monday to Thursday either 7am to 3pm or 8am to 4pm, Friday is either 7am to 2pm or 8am to 3pm

Benefits:

* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

* Benefits Platform – Salary Extras

* Life Insurance (twice annual salary) – Following successful passing of probation

* Pension Scheme: 3% - Qualifying Earnings Scheme or Salary Sacrifice – Auto enrolled into the QES after 3 months unless told otherwise

* 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) (pro rata on joining date)

* Company Sick Pay (a maximum of 5 days full pay in any rolling 12 month period) – following successful passing of probation