Paying circa £50k + on site parking + benefits - Are you an experienced procurement professional ready to take the lead within a dynamic manufacturing environment? Our client, a well-established manufacturing company based in Greater Manchester, is seeking a Permanent Procurement Manager to join their team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to steer procurement strategies, lead a dedicated team, and ensure a reliable and cost-effective supply chain to support uninterrupted production. This is an excellent chance to utilise your skills in a company that values strategic thinking and supplier relationship excellence. This is an office based role with a flexible start time and a 3pm finish every Friday. THE JOB Lead, develop, and manage the procurement team while driving continuous improvement and best practice Develop and deliver procurement strategies that support business objectives, production demands, and cost efficiency Manage supplier relationships end to end, including negotiations, performance review, contract management, and issue escalation Source, onboard, and manage suppliers globally, ensuring quality, compliance, value, and supply continuity Drive cost reduction, value improvement, risk mitigation, and contingency planning through market analysis Oversee inventory-related activities including pricing updates, stock takes, and system improvements Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, production, finance, and other stakeholders to forecast