Procurement Manager

Job Description:

Job Title: Procurement Manager
Location: Coventry
Shift: Days (Monday - Friday) - 1 Day WFH
Salary: From £55,000 per annum
Benefits: Pension: 14% employer with 6% employee, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Sick pay, Cash plan scheme, Death in service 4 x, EAP scheme, EV Scheme, Cycle to work Scheme, 1 working from home day, Non-contractual annual bonus.

We are actively recruiting for an experienced Procurement Manager to lead the sourcing and purchasing of materials, equipment, and services for engineering process plant. The role is key to ensuring cost-effective, compliant, and sustainable procurement that supports project delivery and operational performance.

Procurement Manager Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure cost, quality, and sustainability objectives are met.
• Manage and develop supplier relationships to maintain reliability and compliance.
• Lead tendering and contract negotiations, ensuring best value and risk mitigation.
• Oversee inventory levels and align procurement schedules with project timelines.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and ensure compliance with HSE and environmental regulations.
• Manage procurement budgets, monitor spend, and drive cost-saving initiatives.
• Support the Engineering team with contractor management, onboarding, and compliance checks.
• Verify supplier invoices and time sheets for accuracy and contractual alignment.

Procurement Manager Experience:

• Strong negotiation and commercial skills.
• Excellent project and budget management capability.
• Analytical and detail-driven with problem-solving ability.
• Good understanding of waste-to-energy technologies and supply chain operations.
• Confident communicator able to work effectively across all levels of the business.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 and procurement/ERP systems.

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Professional certification (e.g. CIPS, CPSM).
• Minimum 5 years’ procurement experience, including 3 years in a leadership role.
• Background in energy, engineering, or waste-to-energy sectors.
• Proven track record in strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier negotiation.

For more information on the Procurement Manager Role contact Ewan at Stirling Warrington