Procurement Manager - #2112808

Procurement Manager

• Annual Salary: £40,000 - £50,000
• Location: Sheffield
• Job Type: Full-time

• Hours: Days-based role with early finish on Fridays

Day-to-day of the role:

• Lead and manage the purchasing, supply chain, and subcontract procurement functions, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to achieve optimal quality, cost, delivery, and service performance.
• Oversee supply chain operations, monitoring KPIs and implementing improvements to drive efficiency, productivity, and performance.
• Set departmental strategy, goals, and priorities, ensuring effective planning, resource allocation, and project delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, embedding processes and best practices across the supply chain function.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team through performance management, recruitment, training, and succession planning.
• Collaborate closely with operational and commercial teams to support business growth and customer requirements.
• Identify risks and challenges proactively, presenting practical, commercially focused solutions and recommendations.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven leadership experience within purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong track record of managing supplier performance, cost control, and operational improvement initiatives.
• Experience leading and developing teams, with excellent people management and communication skills.
• Demonstrable success in project planning, implementation, and delivering business improvements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities with a commercial mindset.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and advanced Microsoft Office applications.
• CIPS qualification or equivalent professional procurement qualification is desirable.

Benefits:

• 35 days annual holiday entitlement
• Onsite Parking
• Pension Scheme
• Flexi-time
• Days-based role with early finish on Fridays
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

To apply for this Procurement Manager position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.