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Procurement Manager
Job Posted: 5 hours ago
Salary: £ 60,000 - 78,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Procurement Manager
Are you a strategic thinker with a keen commercial eye and a passion for engineering procurement? We’re looking for an Procurement Manager with an engineering background to spearhead high-impact procurement initiatives across multiple complex sites in the UK.
This is a standout opportunity to influence critical engineering operations, manage a significant procurement spend, and deliver long-term value across a wide range of categories – from electrical services and hydraulics to fabrication and non-destructive testing.
What You'll Be Doing
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Develop and execute procurement strategies that reduce cost, enhance supplier performance, and mitigate risk.
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Take ownership of a multi-million-pound annual spend, ensuring strategic alignment with organisational and operational goals.
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Drive supplier consolidation and value creation across key engineering categories such as refractories, conveyors, boiler cleaning, and industrial services.
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Provide leadership and guidance to an Engineering Category Manager, building supplier governance frameworks and nurturing high-value partnerships.
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Lead negotiations, manage supplier performance, and ensure compliance with CDM regulations, NEC/JCT contracts, and internal governance standards.
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Work cross-functionally with legal, operational teams, and non-engineering procurement leaders to create a unified, efficient procurement strategy.
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Monitor and control procurement budgets, ensuring alignment with financial objectives while delivering sustainable cost savings.
Experience & Qualifications
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Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
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Ideally CIPS qualified (or currently working towards).
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Solid background in strategic procurement for engineering, construction, or industrial sectors.
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Demonstrated success in managing high-value, high-risk procurement portfolios and delivering measurable results.
Skills & Traits
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Expert understanding of CDM regulations and engineering procurement compliance.
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Proficient with systems like SAP
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Commercially astute, data-driven, and a confident negotiator.
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Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
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Ability to drive innovation, collaboration, and operational efficiency in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
Package
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10% annual bonus
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Private medical insurance
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Company car or car allowance
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25 days annual leave + bank holidays
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Up to 8% employer pension contribution
This is a hybrid role with frequent travel to four sites across the UKBefore You Apply
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