We are recruiting a Procurement Manager to join our team in Ashby. This is a full time, permanent position based at our office in Ashby, with hybrid working available. As Procurement Manager you will lead and deliver procurement strategies that align with best practices and drive value creation, playing a vital role in ensuring the organisation receives value for money across its services. Key Responsibilities: Management of UK-Wide Procurement Activities Leadership of Procurement & Fleet Team Development of Purchasing Strategy Forecasting Demand & Inventory Management Supplier & Product Research Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management Contract Negotiation & Monitoring Fleet Management Warehouse - Collaboration with the Warehouse Manager, ensuring effective coordination and smooth operation between procurement, supply chain, and distribution team Continuous Improvement & Process Optimization Procurement Performance Reporting Liaison with EMEA Sourcing Management - Collaborate with sourcing management teams across the EMEA region to ensure alignment on procurement strategies and best practices. Skills and Experience We are seeking an experienced procurement professional who has: Qualified CIPS with good educational background is essential Procurement experience Leadership experience Strong influencing, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills Experience of warehouse operations is desirable but not essential Proven experience of managing projects, negotiating key contracts and sourcing innovative suppliers to suit business dynamics Proven experience of creating strategic partnerships SAP experience desirable Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills We offer: Competitive salary Annual bonus Contributory pension, life assurance, income protection insurance 25 days annual leave bank holidays Employee shares save scheme. Retail, travel, and leisure discounts Employee assistance programme ADZN1_UKTJ