Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our leading Suffolk based client to recruit for a Procurement Manager. Purpose of role: To ensure the on-time delivery of key components and services to ensure supply of finished product to customer is delivered on-time and in-full. Key accountabilities : Drive supplier's development through regular performance monitoring Work cross functionally with various departments to ensure on-time customer delivery Drive down costs with suppliers Obtain competitive quotes for required components Accurately raise purchase orders with suppliers ensuring customer specifications is met Review & approve Supplier documentation including material certification Manage & grow staff within Procurement department Skills and experience required: Previous experience as a Procurement Manager within an engineering manufacturing environment Experience in reading engineering drawings Experience in procuring, various commodities including but not limited to, metals, castings, motors, and seal systems Previous experience working with an MRP/ERP systems 49503DH INDPRO