Average Procurement Manager salary in the UK

Procurement Manager | £54k-60k | Professional Membership Body | FTC (until Dec 2027) | Hybrid Working (1 day a week in Central London)This Procurement Manager role is an exciting opportunity to join a professional membership body in a newly created position, driving procurement excellence across the organisation. This is a highly strategic and influential role, acting as the technical lead on procurement and working closely with budget holders and senior stakeholders to embed best practice, governance, and long-term value. You will play a key role in shaping procurement strategy, delivering cost improvements, and ensuring fit-for-purpose services across the organisation. Key ResponsibilitiesLead the delivery of procurement objectives aligned to the organisation's cost improvement programme and wider strategic goalsReview, develop, and embed the Procurement Policy, ensuring compliance and continuous improvementManage end-to-end procurement activity, including re-procurement of goods and services and supporting Requests for Proposal (RfP) processesPartner with budget holders and stakeholders to provide expert advice, challenge, and commercially sound solutionsDevelop and maintain a centralised contracts and procurement repository to improve oversight and reportingUndertake commercial reviews of supplier relationships to ensure value for money and contract effectivenessLead on complex and high-value procurements, engaging external expertise where requiredDesign and deliver procurement training, frameworks, and tools to build organisational capabilityPromote sustainable and ethical procurement practices aligned with organisational valuesDevelop and implement long-term procurement planning across the organisationPerson SpecificationCIPS qualified or working towards qualificationStrong experience influencing and challenging senior stakeholders and budget holdersProven track record of delivering cost savings, efficiencies, and value through procurement and contract managementStrong knowledge of procurement legislation, governance, and best practice, ideally within regulated or public sector environmentsHighly organised self-starter with the ability to manage competing priorities independentlyIdeally have some experience in non-profit, membership or trade union environmentThis is a fantastic opportunity to shape and lead procurement within a respected professional body, influencing organisational strategy and delivering tangible impact. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged.

An engineering services business within the aerospace and defence sector, require a Procurement Manager. Applicants need procurement experience within a; project, bids or programmes environment ideally within an aerospace, defence or engineering setting. The Procurement Manager (Bids & Programmes) will support the business deliver on large customer programmes through effective; biding, project management, supplier management and contract management. The role will entail exposure to the entire programme/project lifecycle from bid stage, negotiation of bespoke contractual agreements, to product/service delivery and on-going support/maintenance.Specific duties of the Procurement Manager (Bids & Programmes) include:Strategic management of commodity and services suppliers support/lead customer bids/programmesRun tenders - negotiate and award contracts. Negotiate contractual change etc.Flow down of customer T&Cs into subcontract agreements signed by supply chainEnsure supplier deliver against production and manufacturing scheduleManage stakeholders- procurement colleagues, customers, suppliers etc working in integrated project team, IPTProcurement Manager (Bids & Programmes) applicants should meet the following criteria:Experience of project, IPT, or programme related procurement activitiesProcurement or Supply Chain experience within aerospace, defence, or engineering programmesExperience of supporting bid workComfortable working with bespoke contractsExcellent relationship building, stakeholder engagement skillsThe ability to be both customer and supplier centric

This Procurement Manager role in the not-for-profit sector requires expertise in managing procurement processes, ensuring compliance, and driving value for money. The successful candidate will play a key role in optimising supplier relationships and enhancing procurement strategies in London.Client DetailsThe organisation is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. They put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.They are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.The company are proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.As a Disability Confident Employer, they will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.DescriptionAs a Procurement Manager, you will play a key strategic role in establishing and leading procurement across the company. You will ensure effective, ethical, and value-driven procurement practices that support our organisational goals and deliver efficiencies. As a Procurement Manager, you will: Lead the development of a centralised procurement function Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned to organisational objectives Embed procurement policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure best value Manage supplier relationships, performance, and risk Lead contract negotiations, renewals, and due diligence processes Oversee the full procurement lifecycle from requisition to payment Provide commercial advice and support to internal stakeholders Promote value for money, sustainability, and ethical procurement practices Analyse market trends to identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities Support wider finance initiatives and contribute to organisational strategy ProfileYou will be an experienced procurement professional with a strong commercial mindset, capable of working both strategically and operationally. You will need: Proven experience managing end-to-end procurement processes, including tendering Strong negotiation skills and commercial acumen Experience developing procurement strategies and managing supplier relationships Good communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and deadlines Knowledge of ethical, sustainable, and regulatory considerations (ideally within the charity sector) Experience using ERP systems (e.g. Agresso, SAP, Oracle, Dynamics or similar) (desirable) Experience working in remote or multi-disciplinary teams (desirable) Job OfferSalary £45,000Flexible working options28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) plus an extra day off for your birthdayEnhanced allowances - enhanced sick pay, maternity and paternity paymentsCareer development - ongoing training and support with CIPS and opportunities for progression