At a Glance
- Tasks: Build and lead a procurement function from scratch in a growing engineering company.
- Company: Established engineering organisation with a focus on growth and innovation.
- Benefits: Negotiable salary, potential for permanent role, and impactful work.
- Other info: Office-based role with strong preference for on-site working.
- Why this job: Design and implement strategies that drive business success and expansion.
- Qualifications: Experience in procurement within technical or engineering environments required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Build a Procurement Function from Scratch
Location: Mid Kent
Job Type: 6-Month Contract (Potential to Go Permanent)
Salary: £Negotiable
An established and growing engineering organisation is seeking a Procurement Manager to establish and lead procurement within the business. This is a standalone, newly created role offering the opportunity to design and implement procurement strategy, introduce structure, and support ongoing business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement procurement strategy, processes, and controls
- Take ownership of supplier relationships and performance
- Lead sourcing, negotiation, and contract management activity
- Identify cost reduction and value enhancement opportunities
- Partner with stakeholders across the business to support operations
- Support the organisation as it expands into new markets
Candidate Requirements
- Proven experience in procurement within a technical, engineering, or manufacturing environment
- Experience setting up or improving procurement processes
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- Able to work autonomously and take ownership of a function
Additional Information
- Office-based role, strong preference for on-site working
- Initial 6-month contract with potential to become permanent
This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional looking to take on a high-impact, greenfield role within a growing business.
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