About The Role
Senior Procurement Manager/Procurement Director for BRUSH Switchgear will lead strategic procurement across the UK manufacturing sites, ensuring a cohesive approach to sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimisation. This role involves developing a procurement strategy that enhances operational performance, ensures material availability, and supports profitable growth.
In a fast‑paced, engineering‑focused environment, the Senior Manager/Director works closely with Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams, driving cost reductions and improving supplier performance. The position requires a hands‑on leader who can effectively balance strategic and tactical execution, with occasional travel to UK sites and select international suppliers.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement a comprehensive Switchgear Procurement Strategy aligned to business growth, operational performance, and Group supply chain objectives.
* Own supplier strategy, sourcing decisions, and contract negotiations across all major commodities and services.
* Drive cost reduction through leverage, standardisation, and early design involvement.
* Secure material availability to protect site delivery plans and customer commitments.
* Manage supplier risk, performance, and recovery actions to ensure continuity of supply.
* Oversee supplier selection, due diligence, contracting, and commercial negotiations.
* Define and monitor supplier KPIs, including OTD, quality, cost, and risk indicators.
* Ensure compliance with ESG, ethical sourcing, and regulatory requirements.
* Lead supplier improvement initiatives and structured recovery plans for underperforming suppliers.
What we’re looking for
* Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related discipline.
* Professional accreditation (CIPS or equivalent) preferred.
* Demonstrated commitment to modern procurement practices and continuous development.
* Senior procurement leadership in manufacturing or engineering.
* Proven success delivering cost, quality, delivery, and risk improvements.
* Experience in supplier development, strategic sourcing, and contract negotiation.
* Strong record of transformation, process improvement, or digitalisation.
* Experience with ESG and responsible sourcing desirable.
What’s in it for you
* Competitive salary
* Holiday allowance starting at 26 days per annum plus bank holidays (pro‑rata for part‑time roles)
* Flexible and hybrid working options (role dependent)Li>
* Life insurance – 4 × annual salary
* Enhanced company pension scheme
* 24/7 free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme
* GP24 Service – Access to remote, private GP services 24/7, 365 days a year plus second medical opinions.
* BRUSHRewards – Discover plenty of ways to get more active and make great savings on everyday essentials, holidays and special treats for yourself.
* Family‑friendly policies, including enhanced maternity/paternity
* Bike2Work scheme
* Long Service Awards
* Ongoing professional development and training to support and encourage development.
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