Procurement Manager – Construction & Infrastructure
Newton Maxwell Recruitment Ltd. · Watford
Job description
About the role
We are seeking an ambitious, commercially‑focused Procurement Manager to lead the procurement function for a leading construction and infrastructure support services group. Reporting to senior leadership, you will manage a team of buyers, drive operational efficiency, reduce lead times and deliver measurable cost savings across multiple business units.
Key responsibilities
- Lead procurement activities across a multi‑company group, shaping processes and improving systems.
- Manage and develop a team of buyers to ensure high performance and supplier compliance.
- Identify and implement efficiency initiatives that reduce lead times and generate cost savings.
- Strengthen supplier performance through robust negotiation and performance monitoring.
- Provide commercial insight and analytical support to influence key business decisions.
Required profile
- Proven procurement experience in construction, engineering or project‑led environments.
- Strong leadership and people‑management capabilities.
- Demonstrated ability to improve processes and deliver efficiencies.
- Excellent negotiation, supplier management and stakeholder‑engagement skills.
- Commercial awareness backed by solid analytical ability.
- Experience with ERP/procurement systems; Xpedeon experience is a plus.
Required skills
- Xpedeon procurement system
What we offer
- Opportunity to lead procurement across a growing, multi‑company group.
- Ability to drive meaningful change and continuous improvement.
- Influence on key business decisions with tangible results.
- A collaborative culture and ambitious growth plans.
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