Job title: Procurement Lead
Job Type: Permanent
Start date: 01/04/2026
Salary Range: up to £62,000
Benefits Package: Company car/allowance, Pension, Annual Leave and many others
Location: Whitehaven
Full Site Based/Hybrid/Remote Working: On site, Hybrid work after probation
Hours of work: 40 hours per week
Role information:
* Lead and develop the procurement function, setting strategic objectives, implementing best-practice processes, and ensuring governance, compliance and sustainable procurement standards.
* Manage and mentor a small procurement team, setting KPIs, monitoring performance and driving continuous improvement across the supply chain.
* Develop and maintain strong supply chain relationships, identifying key strategic partners and encouraging innovation and value creation.
* Lead procurement activities during the bidding and tender stage, working closely with Directors and bid teams to define procurement strategies, identify key suppliers/subcontractors and support competitive tender submissions.
* Manage the full tender process, including reviewing ITT documentation, inviting tenders, monitoring submissions, assessing commercial offers and preparing detailed price comparison analyses.
* Evaluate supplier proposals and financial standing, reviewing alternative solutions, monitoring validity periods and supporting accurate tender calculations.
* Oversee procurement delivery post-award, establishing tender and contract award strategies, managing project procurement schedules, selecting suppliers and monitoring supply chain performance.
Qualifications/Experience Required:
* Ideally someone with previous procurement background
* Construction knowledge is desirable but not essential
* Health and Safety knowledge
UK National Security Vetting Status - Ability to gain SC Clearance
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Company information:
This Permanent vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd
Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.
Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.
We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.
Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants