Procurement Manager

Job Title: Procurement Manager Location: Banbury, Oxfordshire Salary: £57,500 – £65,000 (DoE) + Additional Benefits Are you ready to lead and shape a high impact procurement function in a growing durable goods manufacturing business? Our client, a respected name in the durable goods sector with a global footprint, is seeking a Procurement Manager to take full ownership of its procurement function. This is an opportunity to consolidate, strategise, and transform how procurement operates across the organisation. This is a management role with a genuine chance to shape the future of procurement for a well-established business. Key Responsibilities: Design and deliver a clear procurement strategy, focusing on cost-effective sourcing, supplier performance, and operational efficiency. Lead, motivate and upskill the procurement function, supporting their continued development Consolidate the supplier base and manage key commercial relationships. Machining and plastic mouldings are major areas of spend alongside wider products and services. Partnering with business areas including Planning, Production, Engineering and Design teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality goods and services. Introduce supplier performance metrics and a compliance framework aligned with internal and external standards. Collaborate with global suppliers and engage with international procurement teams to leverage synergies across the wider business. About You: CIPS-qualified, with a strong grasp of procurement best practice and contract law. Ability to lead and develop procurement teams. Experienced within the durable goods or wider manufacturing sectors. Including experience in sourcing machining and plastic mouldings. A confident negotiator, influencer, and stakeholder management skills Able to drive change and continuous improvement through process and people. Why apply? Genuine opportunity to shape and develop a growing procurement function Excellent benefits package and supportive working environment Clear progression opportunities, with backing from the wider business Chance to mentor and positively impact the careers of junior team members Play a central role in a business-critical function, driving strategic change across the organisation