Procurement Lead

Title: Procurement Lead Location: Leeds Salary: up to £48,000 Elevation Recruitment Group’s Procurement & Supply Chain division are exclusively supporting an established manufacturer in Leeds as they look to recruit a Lead Buyer to join their growing team. This is a great opportunity for a driven procurement professional to take ownership of sourcing, supplier performance, and process improvement across a complex manufacturing environment. The role offers real autonomy, involvement in strategic projects, and the chance to shape procurement best practice across the business. What’s on offer: • 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays • Company bonus / profit-sharing scheme • Pension scheme with employer contribution • Life insurance • Laptop provided • CIPS funding support The role: • Lead the sourcing and purchasing of materials, components, and services • Ensure compliance with material traceability standards and ASME codes • Manage RFQs, supplier evaluation, and contract negotiation • Review engineering drawings and create purchasing BOMs • Oversee inventory levels, Kanban management, and stock optimisation • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships with performance tracking • Support ERP implementation and system development • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain About you: • Strong understanding of manufacturing, fabrication, and engineering principles • Experienced in sourcing direct/indirect materials, consumables, and services • Knowledge of material traceability and certification • ERP proficient (EFACS experience a bonus) • Commercially astute with negotiation and cost management skills • Confident interpreting technical drawings and specifications Desirable: • CIPS qualified (or working towards it) • Familiar with lean and continuous improvement practices • Background in regulated sectors such as defence, aerospace, or oil & gas • Comfortable presenting procurement processes and supporting ERP projects If you’re looking for a hands-on procurement role where you can make a real impact, get in touch with Mike McVeigh at Elevation Recruitment Group for a confidential discussion.

Location: Leeds, UK, GB

Posted Date: 10/31/2025