Astute’s Power Team are working with a growing Waste Management company in the UK and are recruiting for a Procurement Manager to join the team at the newest Energy from Waste facility being built in Cheshire. As the Procurement Manager you will be responsible for coordinating all procurement activities inline with the business strategy and procurement processes. You’ll identify and manage key suppliers capable of delivering a competitive advantage to the plant. You’ll be working with both internal and external suppliers to deliver cost saving initiatives through effective negotiation, working closely with the Head of Procurement. If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply. Responsibilities and duties of the Procurement Manager role Reporting to the Head of Procurement, you will be responsible for: * Oversee supplier qualification processes and managing ongoing supplier relationships. * Coordinated Request for Proposal (RFP) processes, including bid receipt, market comparisons, evaluation, analysis, and clarification. * Lead tender management efforts for scheduled maintenance outages. * Executed end-to-end procurement activities, including contract negotiations, award decisions, post-award management, and dispute resolution. * Managing purchase order issuance and expediting processes to ensure timely delivery. * Implementing cost reduction initiatives and supplier quality assurance programs. * Conducting performance analysis and compliance reviews of suppliers, determining the need for contract amendments or extensions. * Compiling procurement data to support cost reporting and the annual budgeting process. * Delivered training and guidance to site personnel on procurement systems and processes. * Managing supplier engagement through database enhancement, supplier visits, and participation in technical conferences. * Directing facility staff in the preparation and coordination of RFPs and procurement documentation. Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: * A bachelor’s degree ideally in Supply Chain, Finance, Procurement or similar * MCIPS certification is highly desired, working towards would be considered with relevant experience Personal skills The Procurement Manager role would suit someone who has: * Extensive stakeholder management experience * At least five years’ experience working in a similar environment such as Power Generation, Waste Management, Petrochemical, COMAH etc * Proficient in the use of MS Office suit including Word, Excel, Dynamic 365 and MS Project * Understanding of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) modelling, contracts and change management * Ability to travel to other sites as required * Able to clearly communicate with stakeholders and manage relationships effectively Salary and benefits of the Procurement Manager role * Industry competitive salary * Pension * Bonus opportunity * Further full company benefits INDPOW Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.