Procurement Manager

Your new companyAn experienced Purchasing Manager with a strong background in regulated manufacturing environments, responsible for driving efficient, cost-effective procurement operations aligned to business objectives. Operates as a self-sufficient procurement lead, balancing commercial targets with operational requirements to ensure continuity of supply and sustainable supplier performance.Demonstrates a proactive and hands-on approach, with the ability to manage a full purchasing function independently, while effectively engaging stakeholders across production, finance, and senior leadership.Your new rolePartnering with production teams to plan raw material requirements and maintain uninterrupted supplyManaging end-to-end purchasing activity, including purchase orders, supplier coordination, and delivery trackingProcessing and reconciling supplier invoices in line with delivery documentationMonitoring supplier pricing and reporting on cost fluctuations to senior managementManaging returnable assets and ensuring timely recovery of supplier creditsDeveloping and implementing purchasing strategies to drive value and cost efficienciesMaintaining optimal stock levels to support production continuityIdentifying, sourcing, and onboarding new suppliersLeading contract negotiations and agreeing commercial termsMonitoring supplier performance and securing long-term supply agreementsManaging purchasing budgets and approving spend in line with controlsAnalysing market trends to ..... full job details .....