Procurement Manager

Description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Procurement Manager to take responsibility for procurement across a major UK operation.

This is a key role for a commercially minded procurement professional with a strong civils, infrastructure, construction or engineering background, who can take ownership of procurement strategy, supplier relationships, contracts and cost performance across a complex operational environment.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of UK, you will be responsible for:

Developing and implementing an effective procurement strategy.

Managing key suppliers, vendors and subcontractors.

Sourcing and engaging reliable suppliers.

Negotiating competitive commercial terms and contracts.

Reviewing and managing existing supplier agreements.

Working closely with Technical, Project, Terminal and operational teams.

Assessing procurement and contractual risks.

Identifying and delivering long-term cost savings.

Managing procurement performance through appropriate KPIs.

Ensuring procurement activity meets relevant regulatory and best-practice requirements.

Approving purchase orders and coordinating the delivery of goods and services.

Reporting procurement performance to senior management.

Providing leadership and support to the procurement function.

About You

We are looking for an experienced procurement professional who can demonstrate:

Proven experience in procurement within civils, construction, infrastructure, engineering or a similar environment.

Strong experience managing suppliers, subcontractors and vendor relationships.

Excellent commercial negotiation and contract management skills.

Experience developing procurement strategies and delivering measurable cost savings.

Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work across technical, project and operational teams.

Previous experience managing or leading people.

Good understanding of procurement risk, compliance and Health & Safety requirements.

Strong communication, negotiation and organisational skills.

A proactive, decisive and commercially focused approach.

Good IT skills.

A degree-level qualification is desirable, but not essential where the candidate can demonstrate strong relevant procurement and commercial experience.

Full UK driving licence.

This permanent vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Benjamin-Grace who are operating as an Employment Agency.

Ad ID: 5418957323