A successful and growing manufacturer requires a Procurement Manager. Applicants need procurement leadership experience within a manufacturing or engineering business, along with the ability to balance strategic sourcing, supplier management, inventory planning, and operational procurement activities.

The Procurement Manager will lead a small procurement team. The role is responsible for ensuring continuity of supply, driving cost reduction initiatives, supporting new product introduction (NPI), and developing a resilient, high-performing supply base capable of supporting future business growth.

Specific duties of the Procurement Manager include:

Develop and execute procurement and sourcing strategies across direct materials, indirect spend, and new product introduction activities
Build, develop, and manage supplier relationships, ensuring suppliers can support quality, delivery, cost, and growth objectives
Negotiate commercial agreements and contracts to sec...