Procurement & Operations Manager
Permanent | South Oxfordshire
£60,000-£70,000 DOE + Bonus | Office Based
Robert Half Ltd are supporting a well-established and growing business in the search for an experienced Procurement & Operations Manager to join their leadership team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded and operationally focused professional to take ownership of procurement, integrated business planning (IBP), logistics oversight, inventory management, and customer service performance within a fast-paced environment.
The successful candidate will play a key role in driving operational efficiency, improving supply chain performance, maintaining product availability, and supporting the wider business through strong planning, leadership, and continuous improvement initiatives.
The Role
This is a broad and strategic operational leadership role with responsibility for end-to-end procurement and supply chain coordination. The position requires someone who can operate both strategically and hands-on, working cross-functionally to ensure operational excellence across the business.
You will lead procurement activities, oversee forecasting and inventory planning, support logistics and customer service functions, and work closely with internal stakeholders and international suppliers to ensure service, cost, and operational targets are achieved.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include:
* Leading and developing the company's procurement strategy across international and third-party suppliers
* Managing supplier relationships, pricing negotiations, contracts, and performance reviews
* Owning and leading the Integrated Business Planning (IBP/S&OP) process across the business
* Developing accurate demand forecasts and aligning stock availability with business requirements
* Monitoring inventory levels, stock turns, and slow-moving stock performance
* Supporting logistics operations including freight, imports, customs processes, and distribution coordination
* Driving operational cost efficiencies and continuous improvement initiatives
* Overseeing customer service performance and operational issue resolution
* Managing and developing procurement team capability, performance, and training
* Maintaining accurate operational data and reporting through SAP or similar ERP systems
* Collaborating closely with Sales, Finance, Marketing, and Technical teams to align operational planning
* Supporting product launches and ensuring sourcing and stock readiness
* Ensuring compliance with company policies, supplier standards, and UK regulations
About You
This role would suit an experienced procurement or operations professional who enjoys driving improvements, leading teams, and working within a commercially focused environment.
We're looking for someone who:
* Has previous experience in procurement, operations, supply chain, or inventory management leadership roles
* Has experience working within international supply chain or distribution environments
* Ideally has experience in logistics/distribution/manufacturing environments
* Possesses strong forecasting, planning, and inventory management capability
* Has experience managing imports, freight, and customs processes
* Is highly organised with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Can confidently manage multiple stakeholders and cross-functional priorities
* Has excellent communication and leadership skills
* Is confident using SAP or similar ERP systems alongside advanced Excel reporting
* Ideally holds a professional supply chain or procurement qualification such as CIPS or CPSM
Why Apply?
* Join a growing and ambitious business with strong operational focus
* Take ownership of a key leadership role with real business impact
* Opportunity to drive strategic improvements across procurement and operations
* Work within a collaborative and supportive leadership team
* Competitive salary and bonus package
* Long-term career development opportunities
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