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Procurement Manager
North London - Hybrid
Salary: 60,000 - 70,000!
Develop and implement global procurement strategies, addressing complex challenges through strategic thinking and cross-functional collaboration within a matrix organisation.
Lead the purchasing team, overseeing new product development with supplier engagement and commercial due diligence.
Manage the Logistics team to ensure compliant and efficient import/export operations. Support contract bid preparation.
Responsibilities of Procurement Manager:
- Define and execute robust sourcing strategies for new and existing products or services, adhering to Life Cycle Management principles.
- Establish strong commercial partnerships with key strategic suppliers to ensure the successful delivery of current and future programmes.
- Ensure full compliance with relevant legislation and procedures for all imports and exports, adapting to any future regulatory changes.
- Drive continuous performance improvement across all aspects of supply chain operations, including logistics.
- Lead and manage the team by setting clear departmental and personal objectives.
- Oversee competitive tendering processes, including supplier selection, pre-qualification, tender evaluation, and contract award, in line with procurement plans and governance.
- Ensure the procurement function is actively involved in the development and introduction of new products.
- Manage the procurement of assigned commodities.
- Travel within the UK and overseas, this could be at short notice.
What are we looking for in a Procurement Manager?
- Proven experience in a senior purchasing or commercial role at an executive management level.
- Demonstrated success in implementing large, complex product or service contracts with robust contractual agreements.
- Strong knowledge and practical experience with MRP systems, Kanban, contract law, risk management, negotiation, and operating within a change-driven organisation.
- Skilled in leading, developing, and collaborating effectively within teams.
- Exceptional communication abilities, with a track record of delivering presentations to director-level audiences.
- A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a focus on innovative change management.
- Demonstrates drive, initiative, and strategic thinking to anticipate challenges and take action to optimise profitability and cash flow across all business areas.
- HNC/ Degree or equivalent in a technical or business-related subject
- CIPS Membership is ideal but not necessary
