Procurement Manager Food/fmcg in Hartlepool

Westray Recruitment Group is seeking to recruit a Procurement Manager for our client based in the Teesside area. The Procurement Manager is responsible for delivering a professional, end-to-end procurement and contract management service for Goods and Services that support the Teesside operations. The role ensures best value, continuity of supply, and alignment with finance and operational objectives through strategic sourcing, supplier management, and robust procurement governance.

Permanent role from day one with benefits including:

• 35 days holiday including statutory
• Employer matched contributory pension scheme
• Sick pay entitlement
• Access to life insurance
• Medical cover
• 6% pension rising to 10% pension after 10 years of service
• Access to on-site gym

Our client is one of the world leading manufacturers for the energy and construction sectors. Responsibilities include:

• Lead the full procurement lifecycle for assigned categories (e.g. machinery and industrial services, raw and secondary materials, MRO, general and IT services).
• Request, obtain and analyze quotations, negotiate prices, terms and conditions, and challenge suppliers to improve cost, quality, and service levels.
• Develop and implement category and sourcing strategies that support production continuity, cost optimization, and long-term business goals.
• Manage the end-to-end tendering process, from scope definition and documentation preparation to bid evaluation, recommendation, and contract award.
• Build, maintain and manage a robust supplier base, including vendor qualification, due diligence, onboarding, and performance evaluation.
• Oversee contract lifecycle management, ensuring contracts are compliant, up to date, and aligned with company policies and authority-to-commit procedures.
• Work closely with Finance to align procurement activities with budgeting, working capital needs, cash planning, and timely vendor payments.
• Use ERP and procurement systems to manage purchase requisitions, purchase orders, reporting, and data analysis, ensuring data accuracy and transparency.
• Track and report key procurement KPIs (e.g. savings, on-time delivery, contract compliance, supplier performance) and provide regular updates to site and finance leadership.
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, HSE and other internal stakeholders to fully understand needs and ensure procurement supports operational plans.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company guidelines, purchasing policies, health and safety procedures, and applicable legislation.

Qualifications required:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, or a related field; a postgraduate qualification will be considered an advantage.
• Up to 10 years of progressive procurement experience within an industrial, engineering, manufacturing, or project-driven environment.
• Proven track record in strategic sourcing, tendering, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management.
• Good understanding of financial principles and the interaction between procurement, cost control, and working capital.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP or similar) and strong MS Office skills (especially Excel and PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical and numerate skills with the ability to interpret data and translate it into practical actions.
• Excellent time management, prioritization and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and influencing skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Professional procurement qualifications (e.g. CIPS) or progress towards them will be considered an asset.