Procurement Manager

Matchtech

A well-known Aerospace manufacturing organisation are urgently seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to drive supplier performance and maintain relationships with key suppliers.

• Role: Procurement Manager
• Duration: 12 Months
• Rate: 40 – 45 per day (Inside IR35)
• Location: Wimborne (3 days on-site)
  

In this role you will take ownership of end-to-end procurement activity for a defined supplier base, playing a pivotal role in operational and strategic success

Key Responsibilities:

• Own supplier relationships – driving quality, cost, delivery, and performance
• Lead sourcing and selection activities, ensuring best value and compliance
• Deliver supplier development and performance improvement initiatives
• Ensure on-time delivery aligned to production demand
• Undertake supplier relationship management tasking for allocated supply base (i.e. business reviews, tactical improvement initiatives, supplier development etc.)
• Manage engineering and schedule changes, ensuring smooth communication across stakeholders
• Support and implement robust supplier agreements and contracts
• Manage the communication of engineering changes, IP supplier changes and schedule changes
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes and supplier performance

Key Experience:

• Proven experience ideally in aerospace, engineering, or manufacturing environments
• Solid supplier relationship management experience
• Strong background dealing with tricky, complex suppliers
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills
• Ability to manage complexity, prioritise effectively, and solve problems under pressure
• A proactive mindset.

This is a fantastic opportunity if you thrive in a fast-paced, technical environment and enjoy building strong supplier relationships.

If you’re an experienced Procurement Manager with solid supplier management experience – Apply Now!