Purchasing Manager - Direct Procurement The Role A great opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to lead direct purchasing across two sites. You'll oversee materials teams, strengthen supplier performance, and drive cost and process improvements that support business growth. Why Apply A high-impact role with real ownership, offering the chance to drive improvements, influence strategy, and make a measurable difference across the business. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop site-based materials teams Improve procurement processes and ensure consistency Manage supplier relationships, performance, and negotiations Identify and deliver cost-saving and efficiency opportunities Support stock management and new product introduction Work closely with internal stakeholders across operations and sales About You Proven experience in procurement, ideally within manufacturing Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills Confident working with...

Purchasing Manager - Direct Procurement The Role A great opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to lead direct purchasing across two sites. You'll oversee materials teams, strengthen supplier performance, and drive cost and process improvements that support business growth. Why Apply A high-impact role with real ownership, offering the chance to drive improvements, influence strategy, and make a measurable difference across the business. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop site-based materials teams Improve procurement processes and ensure consistency Manage supplier relationships, performance, and negotiations Identify and deliver cost-saving and efficiency opportunities Support stock management and new product introduction Work closely with internal stakeholders across operations and sales About You Proven experience in procurement, ideally within manufacturing Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills Confident working with...

Procurement Planner Derby up to £35,000 Permanent The Opportunity Are you a proactive Procurement professional who enjoys the challenge of "chasing the data" and keeping a busy production line moving? A leading rail specialist in Derby is looking for a Procurement Planner to join them at a critical point in their growth. This is a high-visibility role where you will serve as the Single Point of Contact for a major production area. Beyond the day-to-day buying, you will play a key role in transitioning the business from manual spreadsheets to a structured MRP environment. If you want a role where you can put your own stamp on processes and be supported with CIPS sponsorship, this is a fantastic career move. Responsibilities: Serve as the focal point for the Bogie production area, coordinating material requirements between procurement and operations. Analyse project status and MRP data to identify material gaps, lead times, and potential risks to delivery. Raise...

Procurement Planner Derby up to £35,000 Permanent The Opportunity Are you a proactive Procurement professional who enjoys the challenge of "chasing the data" and keeping a busy production line moving? A leading rail specialist in Derby is looking for a Procurement Planner to join them at a critical point in their growth. This is a high-visibility role where you will serve as the Single Point of Contact for a major production area. Beyond the day-to-day buying, you will play a key role in transitioning the business from manual spreadsheets to a structured MRP environment. If you want a role where you can put your own stamp on processes and be supported with CIPS sponsorship, this is a fantastic career move. Responsibilities: Serve as the focal point for the Bogie production area, coordinating material requirements between procurement and operations. Analyse project status and MRP data to identify material gaps, lead times, and potential risks to delivery. Raise...

My client is a UK-based specialist in environmental and drainage solutions, supporting clients across a range of sectors to maintain compliance, manage risk, and operate sustainably, currently looking for a commercial and procurement coordinator, to join their busy team in Doncaster. The Role To provide commercial support to our Civils Project Controls Manager. This is a varied role covering estimating, procurement and supply chain management, offering excellent exposure across the full project lifecycle. Based in our Doncaster office, the role will also involve visits to client sites, suppliers, and live projects. Key Responsibilities Visit client sites to understand project requirements, carry out surveys, and define scope Support the preparation of works proposals alongside Civils Management Produce estimates and quotations in line with company procedures Present and develop quotations for internal review and submission Manage the civils supply chain, securing...

Introduction - Procurement Buyer We are looking for a Procurement Buyer to support a large-scale operation that supply leading retailers and food service brands. This role plays a key part in driving value and efficiency across indirect procurement. Role Overview: Location: Birmingham Hours: Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 from home) - Monday to Friday, 9-5 with flexibility to manage your own schedule Package: Up to £45,000 pa DOE + Car allowance Industry: Food Manufacturing / Procurement What You'll Be Doing: Supporting procurement activity across indirect categories including IT, HR, and factory services Assisting in the preparation and delivery of tenders, RFIs, and RFQs Building and managing supplier relationships, including sourcing new partners Supporting negotiations to drive cost savings and value Helping implement supplier agreements and category strategies Collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure procurement objectives are...

Senior Category Buyer Location: Warwick or Castle Donington (Hybrid - 1 day per week on-site) Day Rate: From 550 (via Umbrella) Duration: 12-Month Initial Contract We're supporting a leading UK energy transmission and infrastructure organisation in the search for a Senior Category Buyer to play a key role in delivering strategic procurement across major infrastructure programmes. This is an opportunity to work on nationally significant, high-value projects, shaping supply chain strategy and driving commercial outcomes across complex, capital-intensive categories. The Role: As a Senior Category Buyer, you will operate at the centre of strategic sourcing activity , working closely with Category Managers and senior stakeholders to deliver end-to-end procurement across critical categories. You will lead sourcing events, develop category strategies, and negotiate complex commercial agreements to secure best value while managing risk. This role sits within a...

Senior Category Buyer Location: Warwick or Castle Donington (Hybrid - 1 day per week on-site) Day Rate: From 550 (via Umbrella) Duration: 12-Month Initial Contract We're supporting a leading UK energy transmission and infrastructure organisation in the search for a Senior Category Buyer to play a key role in delivering strategic procurement across major infrastructure programmes. This is an opportunity to work on nationally significant, high-value projects, shaping supply chain strategy and driving commercial outcomes across complex, capital-intensive categories. The Role: As a Senior Category Buyer, you will operate at the centre of strategic sourcing activity , working closely with Category Managers and senior stakeholders to deliver end-to-end procurement across critical categories. You will lead sourcing events, develop category strategies, and negotiate complex commercial agreements to secure best value while managing risk. This role sits within a...