The Opportunity Our client is a leading provider of smart energy solutions, committed to delivering sustainable, customer-focused services across the UK. They are now seeking an experienced Procurement and Supply Chain Manager to lead their purchasing operations and commercial cost management, ensuring the efficient, cost-effective supply of goods and services that support their mission and growth. The Position As the Procurement and Supply Chain Manager you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process and delivering commercial oversight through quantity surveying practices. This includes supplier selection, contract negotiation, cost planning, performance monitoring and risk management. Key Responsibilities * Define procurement requirements and specifications in collaboration with project and operational teams. * Lead supplier negotiations to secure favourable terms, pricing, and service levels. * Conduct supplier evaluations, audits, and risk assessments; implement mitigation strategies. * Monitor and report on supplier KPIs and procurement performance metrics. * Develop and manage procurement budgets; track and report on cost savings. * Partner with warehousing and operations to optimise stockholding and product assembly. * Review and improve the company’s product assembly and supply chain strategy. * Work with IT to develop procurement dashboards and reporting tools using BI systems. * Ensure accurate product costing and data integrity in Microsoft Dynamics NAV. * Maintain compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in supplier contracts. * Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets for procurement packages and capital projects. * Develop and manage bills of quantities, schedules of rates, and tender documentation. * Analyse supplier and contractor tenders to ensure value for money and compliance with specifications. * Administer contracts including valuations, variations, and final account settlements. * Monitor project costs against budgets and forecasts, identifying and reporting variances. * Provide commercial advice and risk assessments to support procurement decisions. * Ensure accurate cost reporting and forecasting throughout the project lifecycle. * Support post-contract cost control and supplier performance evaluation. * Liaise with finance and project teams to ensure alignment of commercial and operational objectives. Required Qualifications & Experience * Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field (CIPS or RICS qualification desirable). * Minimum 5 years’ experience in a procurement or QS role, ideally within the technology, energy, or manufacturing sectors. * Demonstrated success in cost reduction, supplier quality management, and contract negotiation. * Experience with ERP systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics NAV) and procurement analytics tools. * Strong understanding of commercial risk management, inventory control, and vendor compliance. * Proven ability to secure value-driven agreements and build long-term supplier partnerships. * Strong skills in cost analysis, benchmarking, and performance tracking. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to present data and insights clearly. * Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. * High level of accuracy in contract review, data entry, and reporting. * Takes full responsibility for procurement and quantity surveying outcomes. Note:- This is a Hybrid position Apex Resourcing Solutions is a recruitment agency acting on behalf of this company