Procurement manager

Woking, Surrey
DCS Recruitment
Technical Procurement Manager

£60,000-£65,000 + Benefits
Locations: Manchester or South Yorkshire – Woking (multiple sites available)

The Opportunity

We are working with a well-established organisation in the industrial and logistics sector that is looking to appoint an experienced Procurement Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a procurement professional with strong contract management expertise to take on a role with real impact, where you’ll shape sourcing strategy, manage supplier relationships, and deliver cost efficiencies across complex supply chains.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities across a broad range of categories, including transport, logistics, automation, and customs.
• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, compliance, and timely delivery.
• Drive supplier performance and identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to deliver value across the business.
• Monitor market trends and leverage insights to support strategic sourcing decisions.
• Act as a business partner to operational teams, providing procurement expertise to influence and support wider business goals.

About You

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in procurement at senior buyer or management level, ideally within a large, complex organisation.
• Proven track record in contract negotiation and supplier relationship management.
• Background in transport, logistics, or automation procurement is highly desirable.
• Degree-level education or professional procurement qualification (e.g. CIPS) preferred.
• Strong commercial acumen and project management skills.
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Resilient, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment.

What’s on Offer

• Salary around £60,000-£65,000 plus competitive benefits.
• Career progression opportunities, with potential to move into senior leadership roles.
• Support for professional development and ongoing training.
• Flexible benefits package, including pension scheme, bonus, and additional leave options.

Why Apply?

This is a chance to join a respected organisation at a pivotal time, in a role that will allow you to shape procurement strategy and make a tangible difference to the business. If you’re a procurement professional who thrives on challenge, collaboration, and delivering results – we’d love to hear from you.

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