Job Description Procurement Manager – UK (Engineering & Manufacturing Sector) Gloucestershire (Hybrid ) £70k - £75k + Bonus To apply please contact Adam at
JobsAV@bramwithconsulting.co.uk We’re working on a confidential search for a seasoned
Procurement Manager
to join a well-established UK manufacturing site that’s part of a larger global organisation. This is a critical leadership opportunity within a dynamic supply chain structure, managing a sizable and capable team of 15–20 professionals including buyers, supplier development specialists, and quality engineers. Why this role? You’ll report into the Head of Supply Chain (who oversees a large, multi-functional team of 500+ on site) Backed by strong executive sponsorship, this role is seen as central to the company’s evolution into more strategic global sourcing What you’ll be doing: Lead operational purchasing activity across
direct and indirect
categories – with a heavier emphasis on direct (forgings, castings, semi-finished products from China and India) Work closely with supplier development, engineering, and quality teams Focus on
cost-down initiatives, supplier performance, and continuous improvement Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching and development for a capable team already in place Drive accountability, performance, and alignment with wider global strategy What we’re looking for: Proven leadership experience managing purchasing teams in an
engineering/manufacturing
environment Strong knowledge of
component buying, ideally with exposure to global supply chains Experience with both
direct and indirect procurement A pragmatic, hands-on leader with
strong interpersonal and change management skills Engineering background is a plus If you’re a people-centric purchasing leader with a global mindset and a background in technical sourcing, please send a copy of your resume through to
JobsAV@bramwithconsulting.co.uk
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