Role: Procurement Manager Location: Cheshire Salary: Depending on experience Type: Permanent HRGO Recruitment are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead procurement activities, drive cost efficiencies, and build strong supplier relationships. The successful candidate will manage end-to-end sourcing, contracts, and supplier performance while ensuring compliance with policies and delivering value to the organisation. The role: Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with business objectives and deliver cost savings and service improvements. Manage full procurement lifecycle: requisitioning, sourcing, tendering, contract negotiation, purchase order management and supplier onboarding. Lead supplier selection, performance management, risk assessment and continuous improvement initiatives. Negotiate favourable commercial terms, prices, and service levels while managing and mitigating supply chain risks. Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and supplier data; ensure compliance with procurement policies, regulatory requirements and audit standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (finance, operations, legal, projects, and stakeholders) to understand requirements and deliver procurement solutions. Prepare and present procurement reports, forecasts and KPIs to senior management; track savings and value delivered. Implement and optimise procurement systems and processes, including procurement or ERP tools.The candidate: Proven experience as a Procurement Manager Strong commercial and negotiation skills with a track record of delivering cost savings and value. Solid understanding of procurement processes, contract management and supplier lifecycle management. Experience with sourcing strategies, tender management and supplier performance frameworks. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and ability to interpret spend data and market trends. Relevant professional qualification in procurement/supply chain