Procurement Manager - £43k-£46k

Middleton

Ready to take charge of supply chains, procurement, and drive a growing manufacturing business to the next level?

We're looking for a Procurement Manager to help steer our operations in line with ambitious growth plans over the next 3-5 years. Based in the heart of the UK's engineering industry, this is a role that demands strategic thinking, hands-on problem-solving, and a knack for turning data into action.

What You'll Be Doing

This role is as varied as it is vital. Here's what your days will involve:

Suppliers

* Identifying, qualifying, and onboarding new suppliers to keep us ahead on cost, quality, risk, and delivery.

* Evaluating supplier performance and continuously managing the portfolio to ensure it meets our growing demands.

Procurement

* Negotiating contracts, payment terms, and creating agreements that benefit the business.

* Managing supplier compliance in contracts, logistics, and specifications.

Operations

* Overseeing inventory, warehousing, transportation, and ERP system operations.

* Driving order fulfilment and minimising stock levels while avoiding obsolescence and excess.

Demand Planning & Forecasting

* Controlling scheduling and forecasting to support future demand.

* Implementing Kan Bans and replenishment cycles to achieve cost efficiency and stock availability.

Continuous Improvement & Management

* Developing internal purchasing processes across departments to ensure compliance with governance.

* Monitoring global markets to secure competitive pricing.

* Managing people, driving KPIs, and embedding data-led continuous improvement into everything you do.

What We're Looking For

We need someone who knows how to make things happen:

* Experience: Either already a Procurement Manager or a Senior Buyer ready for the step up.

* Sector Background: Manufacturing or Engineering experience is essential.

* Leadership Skills: Previous experience managing a team is essential.

* Qualifications: CIPS qualified or significant Supply Chain management expertise.

* Proven Impact: A track record of delivering cost savings, process improvements, and strategic results.

What You'll Get

We believe hard work deserves reward. Here's what's on offer:

* Salary: £43k-£46k.

* Holidays: 23 days plus bank holidays (some fixed over Christmas).

* Pension: Company contribution of 3%, with 5% from you.

* Benefits: Death in service (3x salary) and a sickness policy after probation.

* Hours: Early starts and early Friday finish - because who doesn't love a head start on the weekend?

This is an onsite role with ad hoc flexibility, working 7.30am-4.00pm Monday to Thursday and 7.30am-3.00pm on Fridays.

Interested? Apply now and I'll get in touch to arrange a call!

Neil @ White Label Recruitment