Procurement Manager in Ulverston

Procurement Manager / Procurement Supervisor (Interim – Minimum 6 Months with a January start)

Location: Onsite in Ulverston (Hybrid available when required however the role does need hands on management with the team)
Hours: 35-hour working week
Salary: £50,000+ per annum. Day rate could be available via Umbrella if preffered. Inside IR35.
Start: ASAP

About the Opportunity

This is an exceptional interim opportunity to join a specialist manufacturing organisation with a rich heritage and a reputation as an industry leader. With decades of expertise and continuous investment in innovation, the business is known for its uncompromising quality, forward-thinking approach, and strong market presence.

You will be stepping into a key leadership role at a pivotal time, making an immediate impact while shaping and developing a high-performing procurement function.

The Role

As the Procurement Manager/Supervisor, you will lead and empower a team of five experienced Buyers. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will drive performance, strengthen supplier relationships, and ensure the function operates with excellence, efficiency, and accuracy.

You will oversee a large and diverse supplier base, manage procurement strategy, and ensure the team is aligned, motivated, and delivering at the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of five Buyers, ensuring high performance and engagement.
• Oversee end-to-end procurement across a large supplier list, ensuring best value, quality, and continuity of supply.
• Take a hands-on approach to key supplier negotiations, contract management, and problem-solving.
• Drive continuous improvement across procurement processes and supplier management.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across operations, quality, engineering, and finance.
• Maintain accurate data, reporting, and forecasting within the procurement function.
• Support business priorities by ensuring timely, cost-effective sourcing of materials and components.
• Demonstrate strong leadership presence onsite while benefiting from hybrid flexibility when appropriate.

What We\’re Looking For

• A proven Procurement Manager, Supervisor, or Senior Buyer ready to step up into leadership.
• Strong people-management skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and get the best out of a team.
• Hands-on approach – someone who leads from the front and supports the team in day-to-day activities.
• Experience managing multiple suppliers and complex procurement environments.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Resilient, proactive, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Immediately available or available at short notice for an interim assignment.

Why Join?

• Work for an organisation with a rich heritage, trusted reputation, and industry-leading standards.
• Lead a committed and knowledgeable procurement team.
• Influence and improve a critical function with autonomy and support.
• Hybrid working available, while remaining onsite to provide strong leadership presence.
• Competitive salary package (£50k+) and an engaging interim contract

Reach out to Lindsey at Butler Rose Lancaster to find out more.

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