Bristol Are you capable of managing critical supplier subcontracts? Can you negotiate contractual frameworks and understand the importance of rigorous contracting? Do you have experience of providing commercial guidance and would love the opportunity to work collaboratively with suppliers? As a Procurement Subcontract Specialist for Procurement, you will partner our suppliers and enable MBDA to provide world-leading defence capabilities for our Home Nations and their Allies Salary : Circa £(phone number removed) depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance which are...

We have two great opportunities for Procurement Category Managers to join the University of Surrey's Finance team, playing a pivotal role in developing and delivering the University's procurement strategy for IT, digital, and technology-enabled services The roles will focus on securing value for money, managing commercial and delivery risk, and building effective supplier partnerships that support the University's ambitious digital plans and long-term operational resilience. We currently have two positions available - one on a permanent basis and the other on a fixed term basis for an initial period of 12 months. The role Working in close collaboration with IT Services, digital teams, project leads, and senior stakeholders to understand technical, operational, and strategic requirements, you will enable the delivery of fit-for-purpose procurement solutions that support service reliability, cyber resilience, innovation, and scalability. While the primary focus is IT and...

Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer We are recruiting for our very well-established client who supply specialist automotive products. They are looking for an experienced Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer / Supply Chain professional to manage procurement and supply chain operations within a growing technical product business. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced procurement, purchasing or supply chain professional who enjoys improving processes, managing suppliers and driving supply chain efficiency. The role will particularly suit candidates with experience purchasing technical products, engineering components, MRO supplies, automotive aftermarket or manufacturing products where managing multiple components and suppliers is essential. You will work with suppliers across the UK, Europe and the Far East, helping to optimise purchasing activity, stock levels and supplier performance. This is a great opportunity for a career focused Procurement...

Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer We are recruiting for our very well-established client who supply specialist automotive products. They are looking for an experienced Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer / Supply Chain professional to manage procurement and supply chain operations within a growing technical product business. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced procurement, purchasing or supply chain professional who enjoys improving processes, managing suppliers and driving supply chain efficiency. The role will particularly suit candidates with experience purchasing technical products, engineering components, MRO supplies, automotive aftermarket or manufacturing products where managing multiple components and suppliers is essential. You will work with suppliers across the UK, Europe and the Far East, helping to optimise purchasing activity, stock levels and supplier performance. This is a great opportunity for a career focused Procurement...

Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer We are recruiting for our very well-established client who supply specialist automotive products. They are looking for an experienced Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer / Supply Chain professional to manage procurement and supply chain operations within a growing technical product business. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced procurement, purchasing or supply chain professional who enjoys improving processes, managing suppliers and driving supply chain efficiency. The role will particularly suit candidates with experience purchasing technical products, engineering components, MRO supplies, automotive aftermarket or manufacturing products where managing multiple components and suppliers is essential. You will work with suppliers across the UK, Europe and the Far East, helping to optimise purchasing activity, stock levels and supplier performance. This is a great opportunity for a career focused Procurement...

Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer We are recruiting for our very well-established client who supply specialist automotive products. They are looking for an experienced Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer / Supply Chain professional to manage procurement and supply chain operations within a growing technical product business. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced procurement, purchasing or supply chain professional who enjoys improving processes, managing suppliers and driving supply chain efficiency. The role will particularly suit candidates with experience purchasing technical products, engineering components, MRO supplies, automotive aftermarket or manufacturing products where managing multiple components and suppliers is essential. You will work with suppliers across the UK, Europe and the Far East, helping to optimise purchasing activity, stock levels and supplier performance. This is a great opportunity for a career focused Procurement...

Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer We are recruiting for our very well-established client who supply specialist automotive products. They are looking for an experienced Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer / Supply Chain professional to manage procurement and supply chain operations within a growing technical product business. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced procurement, purchasing or supply chain professional who enjoys improving processes, managing suppliers and driving supply chain efficiency. The role will particularly suit candidates with experience purchasing technical products, engineering components, MRO supplies, automotive aftermarket or manufacturing products where managing multiple components and suppliers is essential. You will work with suppliers across the UK, Europe and the Far East, helping to optimise purchasing activity, stock levels and supplier performance. This is a great opportunity for a career focused Procurement...

Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer We are recruiting for our very well-established client who supply specialist automotive products. They are looking for an experienced Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer / Supply Chain professional to manage procurement and supply chain operations within a growing technical product business. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced procurement, purchasing or supply chain professional who enjoys improving processes, managing suppliers and driving supply chain efficiency. The role will particularly suit candidates with experience purchasing technical products, engineering components, MRO supplies, automotive aftermarket or manufacturing products where managing multiple components and suppliers is essential. You will work with suppliers across the UK, Europe and the Far East, helping to optimise purchasing activity, stock levels and supplier performance. This is a great opportunity for a career focused Procurement...

Project Buyer - Utilities Infrastructure Day Rate: 333 via Umbrella 6-month contract Strong potential to convert to perm. Location: Bristol or Warwick Hybrid working (2 days per week on site) We are partnering with a major UK gas infrastructure organisation delivering critical national energy projects. As part of a regional transformation of their Supply Chain & Commercial function, they are seeking a Project Buyer to take ownership of procurement activity across infrastructure delivery programmes. This is a genuine end-to-end role where you will manage sourcing activity independently and work directly with senior project and commercial stakeholders. What You'll Be Doing: Leading sourcing strategies from concept through to award Running competitive tenders and managing governance approvals Navigating structured stage-gate processes (Gate 0-5) Preparing and presenting commercial recommendations Partnering with Project Managers, SMEs, QS and...

Project Buyer - Utilities Infrastructure Day Rate: 333 via Umbrella 6-month contract Strong potential to convert to perm. Location: Bristol or Warwick Hybrid working (2 days per week on site) We are partnering with a major UK gas infrastructure organisation delivering critical national energy projects. As part of a regional transformation of their Supply Chain & Commercial function, they are seeking a Project Buyer to take ownership of procurement activity across infrastructure delivery programmes. This is a genuine end-to-end role where you will manage sourcing activity independently and work directly with senior project and commercial stakeholders. What You'll Be Doing: Leading sourcing strategies from concept through to award Running competitive tenders and managing governance approvals Navigating structured stage-gate processes (Gate 0-5) Preparing and presenting commercial recommendations Partnering with Project Managers, SMEs, QS and...

Estimating & Procurement Manager Location: Aylesford Salary: 40,000- 45,000 Hours: Full-time, Mon-Fri 8am-5:30pm We are recruiting an Estimating & Procurement Manager to join a well-established retail manufacturer on a permanent basis. This is a key leadership role, managing a team of three, overseeing accurate quotations, strategic purchasing, supplier relations, and providing data-driven reporting to support production and procurement decisions. What you'll do: Lead a small team, setting objectives, monitoring performance, and identifying training needs Prepare accurate job estimates for printed packaging products, factoring materials, machine use, labour, and customer requirements Develop and maintain pricing models aligned with company strategy and market benchmarks Oversee all purchasing activities for raw materials, outsourced services, and production supplies Negotiate with suppliers to ensure cost, quality, and service targets are met Monitor supplier...

Estimating & Procurement Executive Location: Aylesford Salary: 30,000- 35,000 Hours: Full-time, Mon-Fri 8am-5:30pm We are recruiting an Estimating & Procurement Executive to join a well-established retail manufacturer on a permanent basis. This role is ideal for someone with purchasing, estimating, or technical operations experience looking to take ownership of production procurement and supplier management in a dynamic environment. What you'll do: Prepare estimates for jobs and tenders in collaboration with Customer Service and internal teams Raise Works Orders, Purchase Orders, and maintain accurate production/job records in business management systems Source materials, consumables, and services while managing supplier relationships Track raw materials, consumables, and office stock; process purchase ledger invoices Monitor supplier performance through KPIs and regular reviews Liaise across Sales, QA, Logistics, Production, Planning, and Finance Support...

Buyer Location: Maldon Contract Type: Permanent Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and vibrant environment? Do you have a passion for sourcing and logistics? We are on the lookout for an enthusiastic and proactive Buyer who has experince within Manufacturing or Engineering and a Technical mindset! If you're ready to bring your skills and energy to a fun and supportive workplace, keep reading! What You'll Do: Collaborate with suppliers to secure materials and resources necessary for production. analyse market trends and supplier capabilities to identify potential sourcing opportunities. Maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and timely deliveries. utilise software and data analytics to streamline sourcing processes. Support the team with inventory management and forecasting needs. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sourcing strategies. What We're Looking For: Proven...