Procurement Manager at Acorn Engineering Group Limited

London, London - England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jan, 27

Salary

70000.0

Posted On

05 Oct, 26

Experience

7 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

Industry

HR Technology & Services

Description

Acorn is looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to lead and develop our procurement function, ensuring the efficient, cost-effective, and compliant sourcing of materials, equipment, and subcontracted services that keep our business moving.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you'll play a key role in supporting operational service delivery, building strategic supplier relationships, negotiating commercial agreements, and identifying opportunities to enhance value across the supply chain.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded procurement professional who enjoys influencing stakeholders, driving efficiencies, and delivering tangible business improvements.

Package & Benefits

Location: Slough

Salary: on Experience

Hours: 40 hours a week

Company Benefits

25 days Holiday plus Bank holidays
Life Assurance
360 Wellbeing App - 24/7 access to GP appointments
Death in Service Insurance
Scottish widow pension
Fertility Treatment Support Leave
Paid Maternity Leave
Paid Paternity Leave
Gym & fitness discounts and other lifestyle discounts
Employee refer-a-friend scheme
Employee Recognition Scheme

What You'll Be Doing

Leading procurement activities across the business to support operational delivery
Managing supplier and subcontractor relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and value
Negotiating commercial agreements and securing the best outcomes for the business
Identifying cost-saving opportunities and supply chain improvements
Supporting supplier onboarding and performance management activities
Resolving supplier issues and managing procurement escalations
Working closely with operational and commercial teams to ensure procurement supports service excellence
Acting as the key liaison with the wider Group Procurement Team
Ensuring all procurement activity aligns with company governance and procurement policies

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a procurement professional with a proven track record of supplier management, commercial negotiation, and delivering value through effective procurement practices.

You'll ideally have:

Experience in procurement or supply chain management within a relevant industry
Strong supplier and subcontractor management experience
Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
Experience managing supplier performance and contracts
Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making capabilities
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong Excel and systems proficiency

Desirable

Experience within Building Services, Facilities Management, Engineering or Construction
Exposure to structured procurement environments and governance frameworks
CIPS qualification (or working towards)
Relevant business, commercial or supply chain qualifications

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