Procurement Manager

Reference: 4838310Job ID: 5420624Posted: 2026-10-16Closing date: 2027-01-14Location: MaidstoneSalary: Salary Range from 50 to 60,000 (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Healthcare & Medical / ProcurementCompany: HaysConsultant: Christopher HarringtonHays office: Reading — Level 5, Block B, Suite 2 Apex, Forbury RoadPhone: Email: new companyHays Procurement & Supply Chain are recruiting a Procurement Manager for an established organisation within the healthcare sector.This is a broad, hands-on leadership role with responsibility for procurement, purchasing, inventory and stock management across a multi-site operation.

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.

You’ll lead an established team while working closely with senior stakeholders across the business.Your new roleLead and develop the procurement and inventory teamManage day-to-day purchasing, stock and procurement operationsOversee procurement systems and purchase-to-pay processesManage supplier relationships and support commercial negotiationsIdentify savings and operational improvement opportunitiesMaintain effective stock levels and continuity of supplySupport procurement strategy, audit and financial controlsWhat you'll need to succeedYou’ll be an experienced procurement professional with strong leadership, commercial and stakeholder-management skills.Healthcare experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

Applications are welcomed from candidates from other complex or regulated sectors with strong procurement fundamentals.CIPS or a relevant degree-level qualification is preferred, alongside previous experience leading a procurement or supply function. xwzovoh What you'll get in returnHigh-profile operational procurement leadership roleEstablished team and broad procurement remitGenuine longer-term career progression opportunityWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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