Procurement Manager
We are working closely with a client in Poole to find a highly skilled and experienced Procurement Manager to lead procurement strategies and activities in a growing and professional engineering manufacturer. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing or engineering and demonstrate expertise in procurement management, supply chain systems, import processes, and budget management. This role requires a strategic thinker who can optimise supplier performance, cost, quality, and service levels while fostering long-term relationships both in the UK and abroad.
Responsibilities as Procurement Manager
Review and enhance procurement strategy to optimise cost, quality, service levels, and supplier reliability
Lead the procurement team and all purchasing functions, including strategic, operational, and project purchasing
Provide strategic direction to operational and strategic purchasing teams, which will include sourcing, selecting, and negotiating
Support import processes and ensure compliance with international trade regulations
Develop and implement procurement training programs
Source global suppliers and manage the procurement life cycle, including new product introduction
Manage procurement team performance, development plans, and appraisals
Develop and communicate a procurement business plan with long-term goals
Work closely with the Head of Corporate Purchasing to manage procurement strategy and ensure optimal supp...