Procurement Lead
Location: Crawley, West Sussex (RH10) / Hybrid
Contract: 3-Month FTC | Full Time
Potential: Opportunity to become permanent based on performance
About the Role
Our client, an innovative aerospace manufacturing business, is looking for an experienced Procurement Lead to support supplier management, sourcing activities, and procurement operations within a fast-paced production environment.
This is a hands-on role focused on ensuring strong supplier performance, continuity of supply, cost control, and supporting production and programme delivery. The role is initially a 3-month fixed-term contract with the potential to become permanent for the right person.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage supplier relationships and procurement activities across assigned categories
* Lead sourcing activities, RFQs, and supplier negotiations
* Monitor supplier performance including delivery, quality, and cost
* Support forecasting, demand planning, and production schedules
* Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Planning, and Quality teams
* Identify and manage supply chain risks and improvement opportunities
* Support new product introduction (NPI) and programme activities
* Drive cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives
* Ensure procurement activities comply with company and industry standards
Requirements
* Previous procurement experience within manufacturing or a regulated environment
* Strong supplier management and negotiation skills
* Experience with forecasting, planning, or supply chain coordination
* Good understanding of supplier performance and KPI management
* ERP/MRP system experience
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
* Aerospace or engineering manufacturing experience would be beneficial
* Professional qualifications such as CIPS are advantageous
Benefits
* Competitive pension
* Electric car scheme
* Employee discounts
* Cycle to work scheme
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Early finish on Fridays
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK