Job Overview
Procurement and Inventory Manager
Location: Telford
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Up to circa £68,000 per annum (experience dependant)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week Mon‑Fri
This established engineering SME—renowned for innovation and trusted worldwide is seeking a dynamic Procurement & Inventory Manager to lead and elevate its end-to-end supply chain function.
Responsibilities
* Lead, coach, and develop the procurement, planning, and warehouse teams
* Oversee purchase order approvals, pricing agreements, contract negotiations, and supplier compliance
* Drive supplier sourcing, performance reviews, and strategic partnerships that support production demands
* Deliver cost‑saving initiatives through strong commercial insight and negotiation skills
* Manage materials flow and inventory levels across UK and international sites, ensuring accurate forecasting and stock availability
* Lead stock audits and reporting processes to maintain strong governance and data accuracy
* Work closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to meet operational and project requirements
* Implement and refine best‑practice procurement and materials management procedures
Qualifications
* Proven experience in procurement, inventory, or supply chain management within manufacturing or engineering
* Strong leadership capability with a passion for developing high‑performing teams
* Excellent commercial acumen, supplier negotiation skills, and cost‑control experience
* A systematic, organised approach to inventory control and materials planning
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to problem‑solve and make data‑driven decisions
* Previous experience in roles such as Procurement Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Purchasing Manager, Materials Manager, or Planning & Purchasing Manager
Reference: AA26960
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