Job Description
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Procurement Manager - Manufacturing Industry
Are you a talented Procurement Manager looking for an exciting new opportunity? Our client, a leading manufacturer and supply specialist in the UK, is seeking a dynamic personable individual to join their procurement team in Westhoughton.
Organisation:
Our client is an industry leader, providing a comprehensive range of services to sectors such as Healthcare, Education/Higher Education, Government, and Corporate. From concept design to product sourcing, delivery, installation, and aftercare, our client offers an end-to-end service that sets them apart.
The Role:
As a Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the sourcing capabilities and requirements of the organisation. Collaborating with department managers, you will evaluate suppliers to find cost-effective and high-quality solutions for all products and services needed by the business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Liaise with key stakeholders to understand their product and service needs.
- Manage all procurement activities, including negotiating supplier agreements and tender management.
- Delegate tasks and supervise the work of a small procurement team.
- Lead and manage the procurement team, ensuring adherence to agreed service level agreements.
- Provide direction, coordination, and evaluation of procurement activities, making recommendations to leadership when necessary.
- Foster strong relationships with stakeholders and supply chain partners to drive business improvements.
- Develop robust policies and procedures for risk management and mitigation, in collaboration with Supply Chain Management.
- Create an annual buying plan, reviewing and optimising the supply chain regularly.
- Ensure the department is appropriately resourced to manage workload effectively.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Previous experience in a similar role, with a focus on building and developing a supply chain within the relevant industry.
- Recognised procurement accreditation is preferred.
- Strong financial and numerical skills.
- Attentive to detail with exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent networking and negotiation skills.
- Familiarity with supplier or third-party management software (advantageous).
- Outstanding communication skills to establish and nurture internal and external relationships.
- Willingness to travel to supplier sites.
- Experience in people management.
- Commercially aware and business oriented.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary with annual reviews.
- 33 days of annual leave, plus an additional Life Event Day.
- Hybrid working model.
- Enhanced contractual sick pay.
- Salary exchange pension scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme and life assurance cover from day 1.
- Social events and Dress Down Fridays!
- Employee recognition programmes and long-service awards.
- Employee discount on products.
Apply today to join our client's dynamic team as a Procurement Manager. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to thrive in a leading manufacturing and supply organisation. Submit your application now!