Job Title: Procurement Manager
Location: MK42
Salary: £40,000-£50,000 Basic Salary + Bonus
Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00
Background required: Construction / Builders Merchants / Building Materials
About the Role:
We are currently seeking a commercially driven and experienced Procurement Manager to join our dynamic team within the drainage and sewage sector. As a Procurement Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the purchasing function for materials used in civil engineering and construction projects. You will manage a significant budget of £11m - £20m annually and have responsibility for sourcing, negotiating, and managing relationships with major suppliers.
This is a fast-paced and project-driven environment, and we are looking for a proactive individual who can drive cost-saving initiatives, maintain effective supplier relationships, and ensure that procurement processes are followed efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
- Procurement & Supplier Management:
- Oversee procurement for a wide range of materials for civil engineering and construction projects.
- Negotiate with suppliers to secure the best terms, pricing, and service levels.
- Manage a team of 2 procurement professionals, providing coaching and leadership.
- Sourcing new suppliers and researching industry trends to ensure best practice.
- Renegotiate and renew terms of business with existing suppliers.
- Budget Management:
- Take ownership of a procurement budget between £11m - £20m annually.
- Monitor and control procurement spend across multiple sites (10+ locations).
- Proactively identify and implement cost reduction strategies.
- Team & Process Management:
- Conduct one-to-one meetings with team members, manage KPIs, and ensure team development.
- Oversee the procurement paperwork and documentation (quotes, terms and conditions, contracts).
- Ensure accurate reporting and compliance to procurement policies and procedures.
- Responsible for hiring and managing staff within the procurement team.
- Travel & Meetings:
- Attend meetings with suppliers and stakeholders across the country.
- Some travel may require overnight stays, depending on supplier locations.
What We Are Looking For:
- Experience:
- Previous experience in procurement or purchasing within the construction, building materials or civil engineering sectors.
- Proven track record in buying materials for large-scale projects, with significant spend management responsibility.
- Experience negotiating with major suppliers, with an ability to drive value for money and reduce costs.
- Skills:
- Strong commercial acumen and a results-driven mindset.
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage complex supplier contracts and terms.
- Strong leadership skills, with experience managing and developing a team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with suppliers and stakeholders at all levels.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
- Additional Requirements:
- Full UK driving license, with the ability to travel nationally for supplier meetings.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary plus performance-based bonus.
- Opportunity to lead and shape the procurement function within a rapidly growing company.
- Exposure to large-scale, high-value projects in the civil engineering and construction sectors.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Great career development opportunities, including training and professional growth.
If you're an experienced procurement professional with a passion for driving efficiency and cost savings in a fast-paced industry, we want to hear from you!
Thank you for applying for this position. If you have any further questions, please contact Kerry Chaloupka at Interaction on 07896811228 / kerry.chaloupka@irweb.co.uk
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