Procurement Manager

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our client's team as a Procurement Manager. The successful candidate will be supporting the Finance Director responsible for strategic planning, developing procurement policies and managing supplier relationships. This is a greenfield position, our client is looking for a Procurement Manager to streamline the supply chain process and set up a efficient procurement function. Job Title: Procurement Manager Location: Farnborough, with some travel to sites Salary: Circa £50,000 p.a. Type: Permanent, Full-time, Hybrid Key attributes would include: Strong negotiation and contract management skills Analytical mindset able to interpret and utilise data effectively Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Key responsibilities would involve: Developing and implementing procurement strategies to drive cost savings, efficiency and quality improvements. Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers Negotiate contracts and agreements to ensure the best terms and conditions Monitor supplier performance and address any issues or discrepancies Identify opportunities for cost reduction and value enhancement Identify potential risks in the procurement process and develop mitigation strategies Prepare regular reports on procurement activities, savings achieved and performance metrics.Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK