Our client is a market leading specialist engineering business and they are now looking to recruit a highly skilled and strategic Procurement Manager with strong negotiation skills and a clear focus on cost reductions and overall margin enhancement. Key Responsibilities Strategy & Sourcing: ● Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive procurement strategies, policies, and procedures that align with overall business objectives. ● Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers, market trends, and sourcing opportunities. ● Lead the end-to-end strategic sourcing process. ● Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities and demand management initiatives without compromising quality or supply security. Contract Management & Negotiation: ● Negotiate and agree on advantageous contract terms, pricing, and service level agreements (SLAs) with suppliers to secure the best value for money. ● Draft, review, and manage contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and organisational requirements. ● Perform value-for-money reviews of existing contracts and renegotiate terms as needed. Supplier Relationship Management (SRM): ● Build, maintain, and strengthen long-term, ethical relationships with critical suppliers and vendors. ● Monitor and evaluate supplier performance (quality, delivery, compliance, service) against agreed-upon KPIs and contracts. ● Address and resolve issues and disputes related to goods, services, or contractual obligations effectively. Operations & Compliance: ● Oversee the procure-to-pay process, including the management of purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery. ● Manage procurement budgets and track key functional metrics (KPIs) to report on spending, savings, and performance. ● Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policies, legal regulations, ethical standards, and risk management guidelines. ● Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Finance, Legal, Operations) to forecast demand and align procurement activities with business needs. Interviews are ongoing so apply now