The Company
Ready to take ownership of procurement in a business where your decisions will have a visible impact?
We’re recruiting a Procurement Manager for a growing organisation in the North East at an important point in the development of its procurement function.
This is a hands-on leadership opportunity combining project procurement, supplier performance, commercial negotiation and team management. You’ll inherit an established supplier base and procurement processes, while having the opportunity to improve performance, deliver savings and support further development of the supply chain.
The Opportunity
The Procurement Manager will take responsibility for:
- Leading and supporting an established buying team
- Managing procurement across multiple concurrent projects
- Driving cost reduction and negotiating improved commercial outcomes
- Developing strong relationships with key suppliers
- Improving supplier quality, delivery and overall performance
- Managing and developing framework agreements
- Supporting procurement activity across different geographical regions
- Working closely with engineering, commercial, project and quality stakeholders
- Helping prioritise requirements in a fast-moving, project-led environment
About You
You could already be operating as a Procurement Manager, or you may be an accomplished Senior Buyer ready for your first management opportunity.
We’re particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate experience of procurement within a technical, manufacturing or project-led environment, alongside strong negotiation, supplier management and stakeholder-management capability.
Experience of managing bought-out or subcontract requirements, supplier performance, technical specifications or drawings would also be valuable.
Above all, you’ll need the commercial judgement and confidence to make decisions, challenge constructively and establish credibility with both suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Interested?
If you’re looking for broader responsibility, genuine progression and the opportunity to shape procurement, please get in contact.
Procurement Manager in Bishop Auckland employer: Nigel Wright Group Careers
As a leading engineering business in the North East, our client offers an exceptional work environment that fosters innovation and technical excellence. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture that encourages professional growth and development, with clear pathways to advance into leadership roles. The company's commitment to bespoke product development in safety-critical environments ensures that every team member plays a vital role in solving complex challenges, making this an exciting and rewarding place to work.
Contact Details:
Nigel Wright Group Careers Recruitment Team
