Job Description
Procurement Manager – Because “Master of Bargains” Wasn’t a Real Job Title\n\nLocation: Manchester\nJob Type: Full-time | Permanent\nFree Onsite Parking (No more fighting for street parking!)\n\nAre you the Sherlock Holmes of sourcing? The Jedi of JIT (Just-In-Time) inventory? The wizard who can turn pennies into pounds while keeping quality top-notch?
Then we need you!\n\nAbout the Role\nWe’re on the hunt for a Procurement Manager who knows their way around suppliers, contracts, and cost-saving magic. You’ll be the mastermind behind our clients supply chain, ensuring their engineering projects run smoothly with all the right parts, at the right time, for the right price.\n\nWhat You’ll Be Doing\n\nSourcing and negotiating like a pro – getting the best deals without compromising quality\nKeeping the stock levels just right – goldilocks style... not too much, not too little, but just perfect\nOwnership of POs and electronic filing/traceability\nManaging a team of two\nBuilding great relationships with suppliers (and knowing when to play hardball)\nKeeping an eye on budgets, contracts, and supply chain performance like a hawk\nSupporting our engineering team so they can focus on doing what they do best\nWhat We’re Looking For\n\nProcurement experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment\nSomeone who understands Engineering Terminology - Understands what a bearing is.\nA natural negotiator with a keen eye for value\nSomeone who loves solving problems and thrives under pressure\nA bit of a "data nerd" – comfortable with reports, forecasts, and the occasional spreadsheet\nA great communicator who can keep both suppliers and internal teams happy\nSomeone with experience of setting up an ERP/MRP from scratch\nWhat’s in It for You?\n\nThe chance to make a real impact in a dynamic engineering company\nFree onsite parking (because life’s too short to hunt for a space)\nA supportive and friendly team who actually enjoy what they do\nCompetitive salary (because we know great talent is worth it)\nIf you’re ready to step up, shake things up, and save the day (or at least the supply chain), we’d love to hear from you