Procurement Manager

As a Procurement Manager in the north west, you will lead procurement activity for an organisation in the industrial processing industry, helping secure the materials, goods and services needed for day-to-day operations. You will manage sourcing and supplier relationships while keeping purchasing activity organised and aligned with business needs.Client DetailsOur client operates in the Industrial processing market and is a stable and dynamic business.DescriptionLead procurement activities to ensure goods and services are available when needed.Manage the sourcing process, from identifying requirements through to supplier selection.Build and maintain supplier relationships to support reliable purchasing arrangements.Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers and maintain clear purchasing records.Review supplier performance and address issues that affect delivery or service.Work with internal teams to understand purchasing needs and set clear requirements.Track procurement activity and provide accurate updates to relevant stakeholders.Identify practical ways to improve purchasing processes and supplier arrangements.ProfileA successful ''Procurement Manager'' should have: Experience managing procurement and sourcing activities.Strong knowledge of supplier selection and relationship management.Ability to negotiate terms and manage commercial discussions with suppliers.Experience reviewing supplier performance and resolving delivery concerns.Ability to organise purchasing ..... full job details .....