Bennett & Game are representing a well-established and rapidly growing construction and civil engineering contractor who are seeking a Procurement Manager to join their expanding team.

This business has a strong reputation for delivering high quality construction, groundworks and civil engineering projects across the East Midlands and surrounding regions, working with major residential developers and delivering infrastructure, commercial builds and new homes. They offer a wide range of in-house capabilities including design and build, groundworks, infrastructure and residential construction, with a focus on quality, reliability and timely delivery.

Following a significant period of growth, with turnover increasing from £25M to £50M+ in the last 18 months, this is a key strategic hire. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in reshaping the procurement function, implementing new systems and processes, and building a high-performing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a real impact and progress quickly towards senior leadership level.

Salary & Benefits

* £65,000 - £85,000 DOE * Performance related bonus * Company pension scheme * 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays * Genuine progression to Director level

Procurement Manager Position Overview

* Lead and develop the procurement function across the business * Implement new procurement processes, procedures and systems * Identify and onboard new suppliers whilst strengthening existing relationships * Drive cost savings through negotiation, rebates and strategic sourcing * Build, manage and mentor a procurement team * Work closely with commercial and operational teams to support project delivery

Procurement Manager Position Requirements

* Proven experience as a Procurement Manager or Senior Buyer within construction, civils or plant * Strong leadership experience with a track record of building and managing teams * Experience implementing procurement processes and driving change within a business * Commercially astute with strong negotiation skills * Confident, proactive and capable of leading departmental reform * Based within a commutable distance to the Grantham area

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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