A strategic Lead Procurement Manager is required for our market leading, award-winning engineering client based in the Aylesbury region. In return, there is an excellent salary of circa £60k-£65k+ depending on experience, with excellent company benefits including an annual bonus and a comprehensive pension scheme. Apply now!
The ideal Lead Procurement Manager candidate will possess the following key skills and experiences:
* Proven procurement management experience, with a background in engineering, manufacturing, or technical industries, or similar fields.
* CIPS membership, supply chain qualifications, or equivalent experience and level.
* Excellent experience with agile working methodologies—applying agile principles to lead, manage, and motivate procurement teams.
* Strong supplier relationship management and negotiation skills, along with stakeholder management experience, including budget and spend control processes.
* Experience in integrating AI technologies and innovative solutions to modernise procurement processes (advantageous).
* Proficiency with systems such as ERP, MRP, SAP, or similar.
This Lead Procurement Manager role is ideal for a forward-thinking supply chain professional with knowledge of agile methodologies and experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in supply chain delivery and supplier management. It offers a great opportunity to develop and implement efficient, modern procurement systems and technologies to streamline current processes. Now is an excellent time to join and advance your procurement management career in this dynamic, fast-paced role.
Key responsibilities include:
* Developing and implementing a strategic procurement plan and supply chain roadmap, ensuring compliance with procurement regulations, sustainability standards, and ethical values.
* Leading the modernisation and development of procurement systems, streamlining supply chain processes using AI, data analytics, and supplier portals to minimise disruptions and improve efficiency.
* Motivating, leading, managing, and developing the procurement team to foster knowledge sharing, professional growth, and success.
A full job description will be provided to suitable candidates upon application. To apply, please email your CV, salary expectations, availability, and details on how you meet our client's Lead Procurement Manager criteria. Don't miss out!
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