Procurement Manager Location: Birmingham – Hybrid Salary: £55,000 + £6,000 Car Allowance + Benefits About the Role An industry-leading manufacturer is looking to appoint an experienced Procurement Manager to lead the sourcing and management of key indirect spend categories, including IT, HR, Professional Services, Facilities, and Factory Services. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of procurement strategy across multiple business functions, driving cost savings, supplier performance, and value creation while supporting the wider business through strategic sourcing initiatives. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will lead end-to-end procurement activities, develop category strategies, manage complex tenders, and build long-term supplier partnerships that deliver commercial and operational benefits. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement procurement strategies across a range of indirect spend categories. Lead end-to-end tendering activities, including RFIs, RFQs, ITTs, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and contract awards. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, driving performance, innovation, and continuous improvement. Negotiate commercial agreements to achieve cost savings, improve service levels, and minimise risk. Develop and execute category plans aligned with business objectives. Identify new sourcing opportunities and suppliers to support business growth and operational excellence. Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and provide strategic procurement support. Monitor supplier performance through KPIs, contract reviews, and regular business reviews. Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, governance, and contractual obligations. Support and influence wider procurement initiatives, delivering value across the organisation. About You You'll be an experienced procurement professional with a proven track record of managing indirect procurement categories and delivering successful sourcing strategies. You will be commercially minded, confident leading negotiations, and capable of building strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders alike. You'll enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and be motivated by identifying opportunities to improve cost, quality, and supplier performance. Skills
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