Procurement Manager
(Procurement Manager / Purchasing Manager – Engineering & Manufacturing)
We are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to take ownership of procurement across two engineering and manufacturing sites. This is a high-impact role responsible for moving the business from site-led buying to a centralised, strategic procurement function, driving cost savings, consistency, and commercial improvement across the group.
You will manage both:
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High-volume, stock-driven procurement (processing/manufacturing environment)
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Low-volume, high-spec, project-based purchasing (precision engineering/machining)
Key Responsibilities
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Develop and lead the group procurement strategy across 2 sites
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Consolidate spend and implement group-wide sourcing strategies
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Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supplier agreements to drive cost savings
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Manage supplier performance, relationships, and commercial terms
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Improve stock control, usage forecasting, and inventory optimisation
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Support project/engineering teams with reactive and technical purchasing
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Introduce rebate structures and long-term supply agreements
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Support commercial teams with cost data and bid input
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Improve procurement processes, systems, and reporting across the group
What We’re Looking For
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Proven procurement experience within engineering, manufacturing, or industrial environments
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Strong background in multi-site purchasing or group-level procurement
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Experience with raw materials, metals, or engineered components
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Track record of delivering measurable cost savings and margin improvement
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Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
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Comfortable operating both strategically and hands-on
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Strong commercial awareness and data-driven decision making
Desirable
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CIPS qualification (or working towards MCIPS)
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Experience with ERP/MRP systems and procurement analytics
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Exposure to both high-volume and project-based manufacturing environments
- Lean / Continuous Improvement / Six Sigma exposure (Bonus but not essential)
Why Apply?
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Senior role with real commercial influence
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Opportunity to shape and modernise procurement across a group
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Exposure to both volume manufacturing and precision engineering
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Long-term opportunity within a stable, growing business
Additional Information
- Monday – Friday
- £35k-£45k DOE
- Nottinghamshire
- Full time / Permanent Position
- Immediate Start Avaliable
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