Procurement Manager

Job Title: Procurement Manager

Location: Manor Park, Runcorn (WA7)

Salary: £38,000 - £43,000 per annum

Shifts: Monday to Thursday 08:30 - 17:15 & Friday 08:30 - 16:00

Contract Type: Permanent

As the Procurement Manager, your duties will be:

• Develop, implement and manage comprehensive procurement strategies, policies and procedures that align with overall business objectives.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers, market trends and sourcing opportunities.
• Identify and implement cost saving opportunities and demand management initiatives without compromising quality.
• Negotiate and agree on contract terms, pricing and service level agreements.
• Draft, review and manage contracts, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Build, maintain and manage long term relationships with contracts.
• Oversee the procure to pay process, including the management of purchase orders.
• Collaborate with internal departments to issue the smooth running of the operation.
• Address and resolve any issues that may arise.

As the Procurement Manager will hold the following skills and experiences:

• Proven experience within the procurement position.
• Excellent negotiation and influence skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving abilities.
• Understanding of commercial and financial drivers, budgeting and cost control.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• IT literate.