Procurement Manager – Purchasing Manager (P2P & SAP Ariba)

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to lead our Purchase‑to‑Pay function and drive procurement transformation within a fast‑growing organisation based in Liverpool. The role will be central to the implementation and adoption of SAP Ariba, working closely with finance, IT and senior leadership to deliver operational excellence.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Purchase‑to‑Pay (P2P) function, ensuring efficient, compliant procurement operations.
• Manage, coach and develop the purchasing team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Support the rollout, optimisation and ongoing governance of SAP Ariba.
• Drive process improvements across sourcing, quotation management and purchasing activities.
• Maintain robust procurement governance, controls and policy compliance.
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders to embed best‑practice procurement.
• Align purchasing with inventory management and operational requirements.
• Oversee sourcing activities, supplier negotiations and contract management.
• Deliver spend analysis, procurement reporting, KPI tracking and performance dashboards.

Required profile

• Proven experience leading procurement operations and P2P functions in a mid‑size or larger organisation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and develop high‑performing teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience influencing senior leaders.
• Track record of delivering procurement transformation and process improvement initiatives.
• Experience working with finance, accounts payable and IT teams.

Required skills

• SAP Ariba implementation and optimisation.