Full job description*Procurement Manager/ Category Leader - MRO, Engineering and Operations
*Driving Procurement Operations and CI
*Liverpool - 4 days on site
Client Details
The employer is a well-established organisation with the head office in Liverpool. You will help play a key role in shaping procurement strategy across a major UK infrastructure business. You will also lead on both strategic procurement and operational excellence as well as work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment


Description
As a Procurement Manager you will play a pivotal part in delivering efficient, sustainable, and best-in-class procurement operations across the business. With responsibility for category management (MRO), supplier relationship management, and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) oversight, you’ll act as a key leader within the procurement team driving value, improving processes, and ensuring alignment with wider business objectives.
Strategic Procurement & Category Management*Develop and deliver category strategies and sourcing plans, particularly across MRO spend
*Lead strategic sourcing initiatives to maximise value and deliver sustainable cost savings
*Align procurement strategies with operational and business priorities
Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)*Develop and implement robust SRM frameworks
*Manage supplier performance through benchmarking, KPIs, and regular reviews
*Lead contract negotiations and build strategic supplier partnerships
Contract, Risk & Compliance Management*Manage contracts, SLAs, and supply risks across key categories
*Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory frameworks, including contracts
*Mitigate commercial risks across the supply chain
Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration*Partner with Engineering, Operations, and functional teams to support business continuity and asset uptime
*Work closely with Port leadership and central functions to align procurement delivery with Group strategy
*Act as a trusted advisor on procurement best practice
Leadership & Continuous Improvement*Lead, mentor, and develop the Purchasing and Inventory teams
*Drive transformation and improvement across procurement operations
*Foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture


Profile
A successful Procurement Manager should have:
*Proven experience in a Procurement Manager or Category Manager MRO, Engineering and Operations.
*Strong expertise in end-to-end procurement operations and an understanding of P2P processes
*Demonstrated success in category management, sourcing, and supplier management
*Strong understanding of contract management and risk mitigation
*Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
*Data-driven, with experience using reporting and analytics to inform decisions
*MCIPS qualified (or working towards) is preferred but not essential
Job Offer
*Competitive salary depending on experience.
*Permanent position based in Liverpool, offering stability and growth opportunities.. This is 4 days on site so you need to able to commute to Liverpool.
*Opportunity to work in the business services sector within a reputable organisation.
*A collaborative and professional work environment.
If you are ready to take on the challenge of a Procurement Manager/ Senior Category Leader role and make a positive impact we encourage you to apply today