Procurement Manager

Our client, a leading packaging solutions provider based in Kimbolton, Cambridgeshire is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join their Procurement Team, working alongside another Procurement Manager with responsibility for a defined portfolio of product categories. The role is responsible for sourcing, supplier management, cost control, process improvement, and ensuring compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded procurement professional who enjoys driving continual improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Manage an allocated portfolio of product categories, developing sourcing strategies and ensuring continuity of supply.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiate pricing and commercial terms, and monitor supplier performance.
• Work collaboratively with the other Procurement Manager to ensure effective category ownership and procurement coverage.
• Lead and support process improvement and continual improvement initiatives across procurement activities.
• Maintain accurate records to support PPWR, EPR and Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) compliance requirements.
• Work closely with internal departments to ensure accurate product data and timely introduction of new products.
• Analyse purchasing trends, identify cost-saving opportunities and support business objectives.
• Maintain supplier terms and conditions optimisation and working capital improvement.
• Stock level reviews.
• Ensure ERP data is accurate and maintained.

Requirements

• Strong negotiation, organisational and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Process improvement mindset with a focus on continual improvement.
• Packaging industry experience is desirable.
• Experience using Merlin ERP system would be an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• MCIPS is desirable.
• Previous Procurement Manager or Senior Buyer experience.
• Packaging industry knowledge desirable.

Benefits

• Salary of £45,000pa
• 25 days holiday
• Employee assistance programme
• Supportive working environment
• Monday to Friday, 8am to 4.30pm or 8.30am to 5pm
• Please note that this is an onsite position