Procurement Lead

Procurement Lead

£45,000-50,000 per annum DOE

Birmingham

Jackson Hogg Procurement division are delighted to be exclusively partnering with a small manufacturing organisation in Birmingham of the appointment of a Procurement Lead. This is a full time and permanent role offering up to £50,000 per annum DOE. The role will be based on site and the working hours are Monday to Friday 08.00-16.30.

This is a stand alone procurement role so we are looking for a strong negotiator, who enjoys fostering long-term relationships with suppliers and would thrive managing the full procurement spend and making supply chain efficiencies.

Procurement Strategy & Management:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the company’s manufacturing goals.
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes for components and services required for production.
• Oversee supplier selection, evaluation, and onboarding to ensure the highest quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Establish and manage Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with suppliers and distributors to ensure consistent delivery, quality, and performance.

Supplier & distributor relationship management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to secure long-term, reliable partnerships.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and delivery terms to optimize cost savings and ensure timely supply.
• Monitor supplier and distributor performance through regular reviews, audits, and compliance assessments.

Operational oversight & inventory control:

• Check all deliveries for quality and quantity, ensuring proper mark-up and timely put away.
• Ensure that the ERP system is up to date with accurate procurement and inventory records.
• Maintain optimal levels of stock to support continuous production while minimizing excess inventory.

Cost management & analysis

• Conduct market research and trend analysis to identify opportunities for cost reduction and quality improvement.
• Negotiate advantageous credit terms with suppliers to optimize working capital.
• Develop and monitor procurement budgets, ensuring adherence to financial targets.
• Implement and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate procurement effectiveness and efficiency.

Collaboration & cross-functional coordination

• Work closely with production, logistics and sales teams to ensure seamless supply chain operations.
• Participate in strategic planning and process improvement initiatives to enhance overall manufacturing operations.

Risk management & compliance:

• Identify and mitigate risks associated with supply chain disruptions, market fluctuations, and supplier reliability.
• Develop contingency plans and alternative sourcing strategies to maintain uninterrupted production.

The Person/Specification:

• At least 5 years' experience in Purchasing-related roles
• Background in manufacturing/production environments
• Proven negotiation skills
• Ability to foster strong relationships internally and externally
• Comfortable managing full purchasing responsibility
• Ambitious mindset with willingness to support other departments where needed

For more information, please get in touch with Gemma Yeadon | Sector Lead - Procurement at Jackson Hogg Recruitment.