Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager

Location:�Yate/Bristol

Salary:��42,500 per annum + Bonus (DOE)

Job Type:�Permanent, Full-time

About the Role:

We are seeking a versatile and driven�Procurement Manager�to oversee the procurement operations of a fast-paced production site specialising in bespoke, made-to-measure office chairs and components. This role requires expertise in supply chain management, procurement, purchasing, and ERP optimisation. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and the ability to build and maintain effective relationships.

While experience in a similar role is preferred, we welcome candidates from developmental roles within the sector who exhibit ambition and a willingness to grow. This position offers significant opportunities for professional development, with the potential to advance into a director-level role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the procurement process, ensuring seamless operations for bespoke�production.


• Identify opportunities for supply chain improvement, optimising margins, component quality, and reducing volatility.


• Monitor quality, safety, and standards across the procurement department and supply chain.


• Generate procurement reports, analyse KPIs, and present findings to senior management.


• Collaborate with accounts and senior leadership teams to plan payment schedules, fulfil invoices and purchase orders, and forecast future needs based on market conditions.


• Drive innovation, manufacturing excellence, and positive change within a dynamic, fast-growing company.


• Solve complex problems and embrace opportunities for self-growth and professional development.

About You:

• A qualification in procurement management, operations management, or a related discipline is advantageous but not essential. Relevant experience, aptitude, and ambition are highly valued.


• Proven experience in a management role within a manufacturing or production environment.


• Strong knowledge of international import, customs, and freight regulations, as well as quality control standards.


• Experience collaborating with creative and technical teams to design and launch new products is a bonus but not essential.


• Understanding of MRP and ERP software solutions in live manufacturing environments.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary of circa �42,500 per annum plus an annual performance bonus (DOE).


• Annual performance bonus opportunities.


• Generous company pension scheme (after qualifying period).


• Paid team-building and CPD days.


• Holiday entitlement that increases with service.


• Full training and ongoing professional development opportunities, including access to a personal development fund.


• Join one of the Southwest's only Climate Pledge companies and contribute to sustainably manufacturing life-changing equipment.