Strategic Procurement Manager

Are you a dynamic and results-driven procurement professional looking for a leadership role in a fast-paced, innovative company? Do you excel at strategic sourcing and building strong supplier relationships while driving cost efficiencies? We are seeking a Strategic Procurement Manager to join our team and lead our procurement efforts to the next level. Job Title: Strategic Procurement Manager Salary: Circa £70,000 Location: Peterborough Type: Permanent, hybrid working Responsibilities: Lead strategic sourcing initiatives to identify, evaluate, and negotiate with key suppliers. Develop and implement procurement strategies to drive cost optimisation and improve supplier performance. Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, fostering collaboration and long-term partnerships. Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., Operations, Finance, Legal) to align procurement strategies with business objectives. Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and contractual obligations. Monitor market trends and innovations to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings. Analyse procurement data and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement initiatives. What we are looking for: Proven experience in procurement, supply chain management, or strategic sourcing (5+ years preferred). Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship skills. Ability to analyse data and make informed decisions to drive cost efficiencies. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Proficiency with procurement systems and tools 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