Procurement Manager

🔒 Confidential Employer

Posted 7 May 2026

LOCATION

Farnworth

TYPE

Full-time

LEVEL

Mid-Senior level

SALARY

£70,000 / year

SKILLS

Supplier Management ERP Systems (Progress Plus) Strategic Sourcing Contract Negotiation Supply Chain Management Steel Supply Strategy Construction Sector Knowledge Inventory Management

FULL DESCRIPTION

Procurement Manager

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a Procurement Manager on behalf of a client in the manufacturing sector.

Job Details

Location: Farnworth
Salary: £60k - 70k per year
Type: Permanent
Work Type: On-site
Sector: Manufacturing
Function: Purchasing & Supply Chain
Contact: Natalie Smith - [contact hidden] - [contact hidden]
Job Ref: 71573

What You Will Do

Proactively manage supplier lead times and capacity to ensure raw materials and components are perfectly aligned with production milestones.
Utilise ERP systems such as Progress Plus to maintain real-time visibility of order execution, material accuracy, and workshop requirements.
Build and sustain strategic relationships with key vendors, ensuring they are fully committed to the company's major programmes.
Develop and implement partnership-led agreements, positioning the company as a 'customer of choice' for critical suppliers.
Lead high-value negotiations to drive commercial value while maintaining the highest levels of quality and compliance.
Design and execute a robust steel supply strategy tailored to the UK construction sector.

What You Will Bring

Proven experience in a procurement leadership role, ideally within a manufacturing environment delivering large-scale projects.
Strong knowledge of supply chain management within the construction or infrastructure sectors, with expertise in the UK steel market.
Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems to manage complex inventories and workflows (experience with Progress Plus is highly advantageous).
Demonstrated ability to develop procurement strategies that align with project requirements and production timelines.
Degree-level qualification in a relevant business or engineering discipline, or equivalent professional experience.

Location

This role is based in a well-connected location, ideal for professionals seeking a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

How to Apply

Apply via the Apply Now button on this page. Your CV will be forwarded to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978.