Procurement Lead

Procurement Lead Locations: Witney, OxfordshireJob Type: Full-time, Office-BasedHours: Monday - Friday, 08:30-16:30Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 (DOE) About the Role We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded Procurement Lead to join a growing manufacturing business in Witney, Oxfordshire.This is a hands-on procurement role with responsibility for the performance and continuous improvement of the procurement function. The position will involve a combination of operational procurement, supplier management, data analysis, MRP optimisation and process improvement.The successful candidate will be highly organised, analytical and proactive, with strong MRP/ERP and Excel experience. Key Responsibilities Take ownership of the day-to-day performance and control of the procurement function.Support purchasing activity, supplier issues and procurement prioritisation.Identify current and future supply risks before they impact Production.Monitor procurement KPIs and implement recovery plans where required.Lead regular procurement meetings, reviewing KPIs, shortages, supplier performance and actions.Provide procurement updates to senior management and internal teams.Take ownership of improving MRP accuracy and effectiveness.Maintain supplier information, lead times, pricing, reorder points and purchasing parameters.Identify opportunities to automate purchasing and reduce manual administration.Analyse historic component usage, current orders and future demand.Plan purchasing ..... full job details .....