Job Title: Procurement Manager Salary: £55,000 Location: Remote (with occasional office visits) Term: Permanent The role We're looking for a commercially minded Procurement Manager who is as strong with people as they are with numbers. This role sits at the centre of a relationship-driven market, where trust, credibility and reputation matter just as much as price and timing. You'll be responsible for building and maintaining a high-quality supplier network, developing long-term relationships while making smart, commercially sound buying decisions in a fast-moving environment. What you'll be doing Develop and lead procurement strategies across multiple material streams Build, grow and maintain a strong, trusted network of suppliers Be a visible, credible and professional presence in the market Negotiate pricing, volumes and commercial terms with confidence Conduct due diligence on suppliers to end sure compliance with regulatory requirements Track positions, costs and market exposure to support decision-making Monitor market movements and identify opportunities and risks early Work closely with internal teams to align buying activity with forecasts Share market insight and commercial intelligence with stakeholders What we're looking for Proven experience in procurement, trading or buying roles Naturally personable, confident and able to build rapport quickly Strong relationship-builder who enjoys being outward-facing Commercially sharp with good market instincts Comfortable negotiating and influencing at all levels Calm, credible and level-headed in changing market conditions Organised, analytical and able to juggle multiple priorities Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Proficient in Excel and Word Full UK driving licence and willingness to carry out client visits About you You're a strong relationship-builder who enjoys working with people and understands the value of trust and credibility in long-term supplier partnerships. You're commercially aware, confident in your judgement and comfortable having open, professional conversations. You're approachable, resilient and calm under pressure, with a natural ability to represent a business well in the market. You take ownership, communicate clearly and enjoy a role where people skills are just as important as commercial thinking. Attention to detail is key. What's on Offer. Salary: £55,000 per annum Hours: 9am - 5pm Monday - Friday Remote working (with occasional office visits) Holiday: 20 days (excluding bank holidays), rising to 25 days per year with service Day off on your birthday Perks box healthcare Senior role with real autonomy and influence