Procurement Manager
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Position Overview & Specifications
The Role:
To manage the purchasing function of the business unit, sourcing and purchasing the best quality equipment, goods and services at the most competitive prices to enable Polypipe Building Services to operate successfully, and manage risk issues.
Key Accountabilities:
- To efficiently manage the day to day activities of the Purchasing department ensuring a culture of continuous improvement
- Executing end to end procurement processes including, contract drafting, negotiations, contract awarding & supplier management
- Holding a spend of Cir £25m across both Direct and Indirect site spend
- Working closely with group procurement colleagues on centrally sourced products/services
- Identifying new suppliers, agreeing terms and negotiating supply agreements where appropriate
- Responsible for leading/supporting supplier relations and negotiations as required to ensure the business requirements are met in terms of time, quality and cost
- Reviewing and enhancing ongoing processes and systems and developing new strategies where necessary
Person Specification:
- Proven experience in a Procurement role, within a manufacturing environment
- Be a strong negotiator to lead commercial and contractual negotiations with potential & existing suppliers on behalf of the business
- Membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or equivalent qualification
- Knowledge of BES 6001 an advantage
- Manufacturing & engineering technical knowledge an advantage
- Ability to lead and focus a team in order to realise objectives
- Ability to monitor performance of individuals and processes and take appropriate action to maximise outputs
- Ability to analyse processes, find and implement improvements including the design and documentation of new systems as well as training of operatives in new working methods
- Computer literate - knowledge of Excel and Word essential
- Good communication skills
- Highly motivated with ability to work under own initiative, making decisions to benefit the company
- Understanding of all manufacturing and logistics processes
- Good working knowledge of business ERP systems
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: HR Consulting
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Procurement Manager roles across Elevation Recruitment's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to HR Consulting.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £27,557 - £71,001 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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