Overview
* Location: Bradford
* Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
* Contract: Permanent
* Salary: 35-40k
* Start Date: ASAP
Procurement Manager
Play a Key Role in Driving Procurement Excellence
Are you an experienced procurement or plant hire professional with strong attention to detail and a passion for delivering value across the supply chain? Manpower are representing an exciting client in Bradford. We are looking for a proactive Procurement Manager to join our finance and operations team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of purchasing processes, support strategic cost-saving initiatives, and ensure timely procurement of materials, goods, and plant hire services for a growing business.
What You\'ll Be Doing
* Raising purchase orders for all goods, services, and plant hire
* Liaising with operational teams to forecast and fulfil procurement needs
* Negotiating with suppliers to secure cost-effective pricing and terms
* Managing inventory levels, monthly stock takes, and accurate valuations
* Monitoring deliveries, chasing outstanding items, and managing supplier queries
* Maintaining the Plant Hire database and ensuring data accuracy
* Sourcing ad hoc suppliers and processing card payments or proforma invoices
* Managing supplier onboarding and credit applications
* Coordinating hotel bookings and managing vehicle toll accounts (e.g., Dart Tag, Humber Tag)
* Supporting production teams with costing and procurement reporting
What You\'ll Need to Succeed
Essential
* GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
* Previous experience with material and plant hire ordering using a computerised database
* Excellent Microsoft Excel skills
* High attention to detail and accuracy
* Strong communication skills (verbal & written)
* Good planning and organisation skills
* Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
* Self-motivated and able to prioritise workload effectively
* A visible commitment to SHEQ values (Safety, Health, Environment & Quality)
Desirable
* Experience using RedSky (especially purchasing and plant hire modules)
* Prior experience in a construction or engineering-based procurement role
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