Location: Liverpool
Salary: Up to £60,000
We're looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to join a business in Liverpool, with responsibility for leading end-to-end procurement activity within a regulated environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional with experience leading complex procurement projects, managing procurement policies and procedures, and ensuring robust governance and compliance throughout the procurement lifecycle.

• Lead end-to-end procurement activity, including complex and high-value procurement projects.
• Manage the full tendering process, from requirements gathering and specification development through to evaluation, negotiation and contract award.
• Develop, review and maintain procurement policies, procedures and governance frameworks.
• Ensure all procurement activity complies with relevant legislation, regulatory requirements and internal controls.
• Provide expert procurement advice and guidance to stakeholders across the business.
• Lead supplier negotiations and contract management activities to achieve value for money and minimise risk.
• Manage supplier due diligence, risk assessments and performance monitoring.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, deliver efficiencies and achieve cost savings.
• Maintain robust audit trails, documentation and reporting to support transparency and compliance.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to support effective commercial outcomes.

• Proven experience in a Procurement Manager or similar senior procurement role.
• Experienced in working within a regulated environment.
• Demonstrable experience managing end-to-end procurement and leading complex procurement exercises.
• Strong knowledge of procurement policies, procedures, governance and compliance.
• Experience managing tender processes, contract negotiations and supplier relationships.
• Confident advising and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong commercial acumen, analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• CIPS qualification, or equivalent experience, would be advantageous.