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Procurement Manager

Job Posted: 7 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Poole

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

Procurement Manager

Uniting what’s next in traffic. 

At Yunex Traffic, we launch cities into the future with forward-looking infrastructure and transport solutions, making mobility safer, more efficient and more sustainable for all.  

Our Commitment: 

At Yunex Traffic, the uniqueness of our people is our strength. Our people are at the heart of what we do and every voice, perspective and contribution is valued. The future of mobility needs people who think down different tracks and we empower our people to transform cities all over the world. Join us and make a difference too.  

If we all thought the same, we would never think of anything new. That’s why we recruit great minds from all walks of life. We embrace diversity and create what’s right for the world by employing the people who live in it. 

At Yunex Traffic, we recognise that building a diverse workforce is critical to the success of our business. We strongly encourage applications from a diverse talent pool and welcome the opportunity to discuss flexibility requirements and workplace adjustments with all our applicants to encourage agile working and innovation. 

Do you want to make a difference with the work you do? Join us as a Project Procurement Manager to lead supplier strategy, sourcing, and commercial delivery across multiple UK infrastructure and technology projects.

Responsibilities: 

Orchestrate all project procurement activities from bid phase to project delivery 
Drive early procurement involvement to optimise cost, design, technical feasibility, and supply‑chain resilience 
Ensure full compliance with Yunex Procurement, Logistics & Sourcing policy, LoA requirements, and internal governance standards 
Actively participate and support in major project milestones including kick-offs, workshops, LoA meetings, lessons learnt, and project closure 
Develop project‑specific procurement strategies and supplier packages 
Act as the primary procurement interface to the bid or project team, ensuring transparency on supplier strategy, risks, and commercial status 
Coordinate supplier engagement, sourcing activities, and negotiations in collaboration with the relevant commodity managers 
Ensure full compliance with ESG, supplier approval, and governance standards 
Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders in multiple departments 
Drive cost optimisation, supply‑chain risk mitigation, and contract performance 
Manage supplier escalations and ensure timely resolution through the appropriate procurement or management channels   

Qualifications & Experience:   

Experienced procurement professional with project experience, preferably in transport, engineering, or technology sectors 
Solid understanding of structured procurement processes, sourcing governance, and commercial negotiations 
Ability to understand technical specifications and translate them into supplier requirements 
Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration abilities 
Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP an advantage), procurement tools, and data platforms 
Professional procurement qualification, CIPS or equivalent  

Key Competencies

Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills 
Structured and disciplined approach to procurement governance 
Ability to translate project requirements into effective procurement strategies 
High level of ownership, accountability, and delivery focus 
Clear and confident communication at project and senior stakeholder level  

We offer:  

Competitive base salary plus annual bonus 
26 days holiday (rising to 29 with service) 
37.5-hour working week 
Excellent pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution 
Flexible benefits tailored to your needs 
Ongoing training and development, including support for professional memberships  

How do I apply?  

We can only accept online applications. Click the “Apply Now” button below to submit your application. 

About Us: 

We are a global leader in intelligent transport systems with more than 3,500 passionate employees who pioneer, develop, create, install and maintain innovative road traffic and mobility solutions all over the world. 

We make our roads smarter, safer and greener. The work we do enables cities, highways authorities and infrastructure operators to create a new world of mobility and makes cities more livable for everyone. 

Our solutions range from traffic lights, tolling solutions and tunnel management to software, AI applications and the intelligent networking of all road users. 

Become a Traffic Transformer and help us to continue transforming towns and cities all over the world. 

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