Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager Hertfordshire £55k This is an excellent opportunity for a CIPS qualified Procurement Manager to lead and develop the procurement function in a SME distribution business with global reach. The role will be responsible for supplier performance, purchasing, inventory optimisation and cost control, while supporting wider operational growth and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver procurement strategies, managing supplier selection, negotiation, contracts, performance and risk across UK and international suppliers. Manage purchasing and inventory to optimise stock availability, working capital and service levels, while minimising excess and obsolete stock. Deliver cost savings and manage procurement budgets, including supplier pricing, freight, customs, rebates and other associated costs. Drive procurement process, systems and continuous improvement initiatives, including ERP/MRP optimisation and alternative sourcing. Work closely with cross functional teams, providing commercial insight, reporting and support against wider business objectives. Key Experience Proven procurement or supply chain management experience, ideally within a fast-paced distribution environment. Strong end-to-end procurement experience, including international sourcing, supplier negotiation, contract management and supplier performance. Good understanding of inventory management, stock control, purchasing and the commercial impact of working capital. Strong analytical, financial and systems capability, with experience using ERP/MRP and procurement systems and advanced Excel. Commercially astute, proactive and results-driven, with excellent stakeholder management and a practical continuous improvement mindset. CIPS qualification essential.Processing Your Data Bis Henderson Recruitment is a leading provider of recruitment, interim management and consultancy services to the supply chain and logistics industry. Should you respond to this advertisement we may store your CV and contact details and will process this data for recruitment purposes only. Should we process your data, then we will always tell you that we are doing so. Please visit our website to read our Privacy Policy in full, in this Policy you will find information about our compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulations. All applicants must have an unrestricted right to work in the UK as our client will not support visa sponsorship for this role