Procurement Manager

The Company Our client is a market leading manufacturing company. Due to growth, they are now looking to recruit a Procurement Manager. The Role * This is a key role, working closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering and Quality, with responsibility for supplier performance, cost reduction, material availability and supporting the overall competitiveness and profitability of the business. * Leading and managing the Purchasing team and wider purchasing activities. * Developing and implementing purchasing strategies aligned with business and customer requirements. * Managing procurement of direct and indirect materials. * Sourcing, negotiating and managing suppliers across cost, quality, delivery and service. * Driving supplier cost reduction, value engineering and continuous improvement. * Managing supplier performance, audits and development. * Working closely with Planning to ensure material availability and production continuity. * Supporting inventory optimisation and working capital improvement. * Reporting on purchasing performance, supplier metrics and cost saving initiatives. The Person * Must have experience in a similar role within manufacturing. * Strong understanding of supply chain and customer driven manufacturing. * Experience managing direct material commodities and supplier negotiation. * Proven track record of delivering cost savings and operational improvement. * Strong commercial awareness and supplier management experience. * Experience managing supply continuity within a manufacturing environment. * MCIPS qualified or working towards qualification, desirable. * Strong communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills. * A results driven approach with the ability to drive accountability and continuous improvement. The Benefits * You will be working for a well-established growing employer. * An excellent salary. * A company experiencing continued growth, expansion and investment. * The company are fully compliant with the latest health and safety requirements for current safe working practices