Procurement Manager

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Procurement Manager to take responsibility for procurement across a major UK operation. This is a key role for a commercially minded procurement professional with a strong civils, infrastructure, construction or engineering background, who can take ownership of procurement strategy, supplier relationships, contracts and cost performance across a complex operational environment. The Role Reporting to the Head of UK, you will be responsible for: * Developing and implementing an effective procurement strategy. * Managing key suppliers, vendors and subcontractors. * Sourcing and engaging reliable suppliers. * Negotiating competitive commercial terms and contracts. * Reviewing and managing existing supplier agreements. * Working closely with Technical, Project, Terminal and operational teams. * Assessing procurement and contractual risks. * Identifying and delivering long-term cost savings. * Managing procurement performance through appropriate KPIs. * Ensuring procurement activity meets relevant regulatory and best-practice requirements. * Approving purchase orders and coordinating the delivery of goods and services. * Reporting procurement performance to senior management. * Providing leadership and support to the procurement function. About You We are looking for an experienced procurement professional who can demonstrate: * Proven experience in procurement within civils, construction, infrastructure, engineering or a similar environment. * Strong experience managing suppliers, subcontractors and vendor relationships. * Excellent commercial negotiation and contract management skills. * Experience developing procurement strategies and delivering measurable cost savings. * Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work across technical, project and operational teams. * Previous experience managing or leading people. * Good understanding of procurement risk, compliance and Health & Safety requirements. * Strong communication, negotiation and organisational skills. * A proactive, decisive and commercially focused approach. * Good IT skills. * A degree-level qualification is desirable, but not essential where the candidate can demonstrate strong relevant procurement and commercial experience. * Full UK driving licence. This permanent vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Benjamin-Grace who are operating as an Employment Agency