Summary: The Procurement Manager role is a pivotal position within a successful business, focusing on developing a top-tier procurement function to source sustainable and cost-effective raw materials for the company's operations in the UK and Ireland. This position involves strategic decision-making, risk management, and collaboration with various teams to optimize supply chains and enhance operational efficiency. The role also emphasizes leadership in fostering a safety-first culture and continuous improvement within the procurement team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a raw materials sourcing strategy aligned with the business strategy.
• Deliver timely, evidence-based information to support business decision-making.
• Manage the company’s approved list of leased vehicles and fuel sourcing options.
• Identify risks in supply continuity and market volatility, implementing mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to the company strategic plan and prepare monthly reports for the executive board.
• Establish a centralized procurement function for departmental overhead spend.
• Develop a reliable framework of hauliers for UK and Ireland operations.
• Support the company’s energy objectives and contribute to decarbonisation planning.
• Enhance systems for MRP automation to ensure timely delivery of raw materials.
• Make strategic decisions using experience and stakeholder input.
• Collaborate with supply chain teams to achieve customer service levels and OTIF targets.
• Support high-quality capital expenditure solutions to maximize ROI.
• Lead health, safety, and well-being initiatives to foster a safety-first culture.
• Inspire and develop the procurement team while promoting company values.
• Ensure excellent customer service throughout the customer journey.

Key Skills:

• Demonstrable continuous improvement skills using recognized frameworks.
• Graduate with CIPS/MCIPS qualifications (desirable).
• Minimum of 5 years’ management-level experience in supply chain management.
• Experience in international procurement for manufacturing environments.
• Strong leadership skills including delegation, mentoring, and coaching.
• Ability to work strategically and operationally.
• Strong customer focus and commercial acumen.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills at senior management level.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong influencing skills across all levels of the organization.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills.
• Flexibility to work hours and travel as required.
• Full current driving license.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Larne

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other