Procurement Lead
Location: Irlam (Manchester), UK
Join a leading manufacturer near Eccles, UK, committed to quality, innovation, and exceptional customer service. As we continue our growth journey, we are now looking to appoint a dedicated Buyer to join our team at the Irlam site. This is a newly created role aimed at bringing strategic direction and operational excellence to our procurement function.
If you're a motivated, commercially astute professional with a background in strategic sourcing and operational buying within a manufacturing environmentthis is your opportunity to shape and enhance the supply chain for both New Units and Aftermarket operations.
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Procurement Lead will lead procurement activity across the site, supporting strategic sourcing at a regional and global level. Youll collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, and Commercial teams to manage the end-to-end procurement processfrom supplier selection and negotiation to purchase order management and supplier performance.
This is a full-time, on-site position where you'll be a key contributor to operational efficiency, cost management, and long-term supply chain development.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Source raw materials to support site manufacturing, engaging with Engineering and Operations to understand demand and timelines.
2. Lead suppl...