Job Description
🛍️ Procurement Manager
📍 Widnes (with hybrid working)
💷 £38, – £43,
🕓 Full-Time | Permanent – 4 day week option
Defour Partnership is proud to be supporting a leading values-driven organisation in the charity sector with the recruitment of a talented and strategic Procurement Manager.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about building and improving procurement functions to deliver real impact in a complex, multi-site organisation.
💼 About the Role
As Procurement Manager, you will lead on the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of procurement policies and procedures. You’ll collaborate across operational teams, support services, and external suppliers to ensure compliance, value for money, and strategic alignment.
Key responsibilities include:
Developing and maintaining procurement policies
Leading on supplier onboarding, contract compliance, and due diligence
Advising on commercial terms in collaboration with Legal
Driving supplier governance and process improvements
Supporting audits and regulatory adherence
Managing and developing a high-performing procurement team
👤 About You
You’ll bring:
Proven experience in a senior procurement role within a large or multi-site organisation
Deep knowledge of UK procurement law and regulation
Strong contract negotiation, supplier management, and stakeholder skills
Leadership and team development capability
Desirable:
CIPS qualification or membership
Experience within the charity or public sector
🎁 What’s on Offer:
Flexible working – option to work full-time over 4 or 5 days
Hybrid model – home-based with attendance at head office (Widnes) and national travel as required
Career development support and access to professional learning platforms
Employee benefits including discounts, wellbeing initiatives, and EAP
The chance to be part of a meaningful mission that supports individuals to live their best lives
If you’re ready to lead procurement in a role that truly makes a difference — we’d love to hear from you.
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