Morgan McKinley is recruiting a Procurement Manager - CAPEX to join a long-term, high-profile project where you will have the opportunity to influence strategy, lead complex sourcing activity and deliver real commercial impact.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
* Direct the end-to-end tender lifecycle, including market engagement, supplier negotiations, evaluation, governance approval, and contract award
* Build, manage, and strengthen strategic supplier relationships, implementing structured performance management frameworks to drive continuous improvement and innovation
* Develop and manage short- and long-term category strategies and integrated spend plans aligned to organisational objectives and budgetary controls
* Monitor and analyse supply market dynamics, emerging trends, and risks, providing proactive insight and recommendations to senior stakeholders
* Ensure full compliance with all relevant procurement regulations, governance standards, and audit requirements
* Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement function, setting and tracking clear performance targets linked to cost, quality, sustainability, and risk management objectives
* Provide expert commercial and procurement advice to internal stakeholders, supporting strategic decision-making and improving commercial outcomes across the programme
* Develop and execute robust sourcing strategies that deliver sustainable cost efficiencies, mitigate risk, and enhance service quality and resilience
Key requirements:
* 8+ experience procurement experience focusing on major infrastructure or capital delivery programs.
* Strong background in strategic sourcing, category management and complex contract negotiation
* Demonstrated ability to influence at senior stakeholder level and navigate complex organisational environments
* CIPS membership (or equivalent) is highly desirable