Supplier Relationship & Procurement Manager
| Posting date: | 15 September 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 October 2025 |
| Location: | Basingstoke, Hampshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Intec Recruitment Services Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | TB816745 |
Summary
We’re looking for an experienced Supplier Relationship & Procurement Manager to join a leading manufacturing business. This is a key role focused on strengthening supplier partnerships, improving Quality, Cost & Delivery (QCD), and ensuring a robust supply chain.
The Role
- Build and manage supplier relationships, driving improvements in delivery, lead times, and quality.
- Source, onboard, and negotiate with suppliers to achieve best value.
- Manage purchase orders, stock levels, and procurement of both direct and indirect goods.
- Lead supplier reviews, audits, and scorecards to monitor performance.
- Collaborate with Production, Planning, and Inventory teams to ensure on-time customer delivery.
- Drive continuous improvement and support change initiatives across procurement.
About You
- Proven procurement experience in a manufacturing environment (low-volume, high-variance ideal).
- Strong negotiator with excellent commercial awareness.
- Confident communicator, able to influence at all levels.
- Proficient in Excel; SAP experience desirable.
- Resilient, proactive, and process-driven with a continuous improvement mindset.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary & benefits
- A chance to shape supplier strategy in a growing business
- Career development and progression opportunities
The Role
- Build and manage supplier relationships, driving improvements in delivery, lead times, and quality.
- Source, onboard, and negotiate with suppliers to achieve best value.
- Manage purchase orders, stock levels, and procurement of both direct and indirect goods.
- Lead supplier reviews, audits, and scorecards to monitor performance.
- Collaborate with Production, Planning, and Inventory teams to ensure on-time customer delivery.
- Drive continuous improvement and support change initiatives across procurement.
About You
- Proven procurement experience in a manufacturing environment (low-volume, high-variance ideal).
- Strong negotiator with excellent commercial awareness.
- Confident communicator, able to influence at all levels.
- Proficient in Excel; SAP experience desirable.
- Resilient, proactive, and process-driven with a continuous improvement mindset.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary & benefits
- A chance to shape supplier strategy in a growing business
- Career development and progression opportunities