Procurement Manager Southend Up to £60,000 Permanent Are you a strategic thinker with a knack for negotiation? Our client is seeking a dynamic Procurement Manager to drive growth and optimise procurement processes Responsibilities: Be the key commercial and procurement representative for all contractual matters, leading negotiations. Build strong relationships with customers and suppliers at all levels, ensuring seamless communication. Conduct regular review meetings to maintain alignment and enhance performance. Provide valuable commercial insights to boost profitability and align with long-term goals. Review pricing structures and competitor strategies to capitalise on market opportunities. Ensure compliance with all contractual and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with the Business Development Manager on new service introductions. Liaise daily with operations to guarantee outstanding customer service and supplier consistency. Monitor customer account performance to prevent commercial leakage. Develop robust procurement strategies for optimal stock levels and inventory turnover. Identify and negotiate with reliable suppliers to ensure cost-effective procurement. Lead the Commercial and Procurement teams, fostering a culture of accountability and improvement. Maintain secure electronic records in line with data protection regulations. Provide reports and metrics to the General Manager as needed. Participate in audits and assist in the development of marketing materials.If you're ready to make an impact and drive success, we want to hear from you Apply now to join our client's enthusiastic team Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website