My client is on the lookout for an experienced Procurement Manager to join their team. They are a leading manufacturer of pumps and rotating equipment and the role would require an individual with experience of developing and executing a robust procurement strategy that supports profitable project delivery, supply chain resilience, and long-term business growth. Their ideal candidate will have previous procurement management experience with in in strategic procurement or supply chain management within a project-based OEM, engineering, manufacturing, or capital equipment environment. Procurement Manager role: The successful Procurement Manager will be responsible for operating within a project-based OEM engineering environment, the role ensures early procurement engagement, cost certainty, risk mitigation, and strong supplier performance across the full project lifecycle. You will also be responsible for: • Developing and implementing a procurement strategy aligned with business objectives, project delivery requirements, and growth plans. • Establishing and managing long-term supplier and framework agreements to improve cost competitiveness, lead time certainty, and supply resilience. • Leading supplier rationalisation initiatives and build strategic partnerships with key vendors. • Providing early procurement input during bid, tender, and engineering phases to improve cost accuracy, lead time visibility, and risk identification. • Supporting project teams with sourcing strategies for long-lead, high-risk, or critical components. • Ensuring procurement plans are aligned with project schedules and cash flow requirements. • Driving cost-down initiatives and value engineering opportunities across the supply base. • Monitoring and managing procurement-related cost performance, variations, and supplier claims. • Improving working capital outcomes through payment term negotiation. • Identifying and proactively manage supply chain risks, including capacity constraints, single-source dependencies, and market volatility. • Establishing procurement governance, policies, and standardised processes across projects. • Acting as the primary interface between engineering, project management, operations, and suppliers. Procurement Manager requirements: • Proven experience in strategic procurement or supply chain management within a project-based OEM, engineering, manufacturing, or capital equipment environment. • Strong commercial acumen with experience negotiating complex supplier agreements. • Demonstrated ability to manage procurement across multiple concurrent projects. • Experience engaging with engineering and project teams early in the design and bid phases. • Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills. • Formal qualification in Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, or Business. • Experience implementing procurement frameworks or governance models. • Knowledge of contract law and risk management in project environments. (Desirable). • Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills. • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities. • Technical aptitude for mechanical systems and pump technologies. • Strong negotiator and relationship builder. Procurement Manager package: Salary £50 - £55k Bonus Scheme Buy Holiday Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme EAP / Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced Maternity Pay Friday Half-Days Life Assurance – 4x annual salary Paternity Pay – 2 weeks full pay Pension - Employee 5%, Employer 3