procurement-manager
pertemps-northampton
- Bedford, England, United Kingdom
- Bedford, England, United Kingdom
About
Up to £55,000 DOE
excellent benefits
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Full‑time with early Friday finish
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Progression available
Bedford location. On-site role with occasional remote working.
We’re working with our client in Bedford to recruit a hands‑on, commercially driven Procurement Manager. This is a standout opportunity to join an established yet growing business.
You’ll shape procurement strategy, strengthen supplier performance, and ensure cost‑secure delivery across complex engineering projects, while leading and developing a small, capable team.
What You’ll Be Doing Driving procurement strategy across high‑value engineered projects Building long‑term supplier partnerships and negotiating robust agreements Working closely with engineering and project teams from early design through to delivery Managing sourcing for critical, bespoke and long‑lead components Leading cost‑down, value‑engineering and supply‑chain improvement initiatives Overseeing supplier performance, quality, delivery and commercial compliance Managing and developing a small procurement team
What We’re Looking For Background in high‑value, low‑volume manufacturing, ideally pumps, machining, rotating equipment or castings (ideal but not essential. Related industries also an advantage). Strong commercial acumen and experience negotiating complex supplier agreements Confident operating in a project‑based engineering environment Able to balance strategic leadership with hands‑on procurement activity Excellent communicator and relationship builder Comfortable managing multiple projects and suppliers simultaneously Technical understanding of mechanical systems or engineered components
Why This Role Stands Out Salary up to £55,000 depending on experience Excellent benefits package High‑value, bespoke engineering - not commodity purchasing Early Friday finish Opportunities for career progression A role where your technical and commercial strengths genuinely matter!
Sounds like the role for you? Please apply with an up-to-date CV!
Languages
- English
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