Procurement Manager

The Oval Partnership are recruiting for a blue chip FMCG food manufacturing group seeking an experienced Capital Procurement Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role is required at their central offices in Yorkshire once a week, 2 days spent with suppliers and on UK manufacturing sites and 2 days WFH. As part of a small team, the Capital Procurement Manage will lead commercial activity, supplier negotiations, and contract management for multiple Capital Expenditure (CapEx) projects across a national manufacturing footprint Key Responsibilities

• CapEx Category Management: Own and drive commercial strategy for end-to-end capital spend across plant machinery, process engineering, site upgrades, and civil works.
• Contract Negotiations: Draft, negotiate, and adapt complex supplier agreements—incorporating JCT (Joint Contracts Tribunal) frameworks and robust SLAs to mitigate business risk.
• Cross-Site Stakeholder Management: Partner directly with Heads of Engineering, Project Directors, and Operations teams across multiple UK facilities to challenge existing spend and drive value.
• End-to-End Tendering: Lead full tender cycles (RFPs/RFIs), supplier selection, cost-reduction initiatives, and ongoing performance management. What We Are Looking For
• Sector Background: Proven track record managing CapEx procurement for the manufacturing sector (food/FMCG experience is a distinct advantage).
• Contract Expertise: Practical working knowledge of JCT contracts and heavy equipment procurement terms.
• Commercial Drive: Strong negotiation and influencing skills with a focus on value creation, cost avoidance, and risk mitigation.
• Flexibility: Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to UK manufacturing sites when project requirements arise.
• Availability: Candidates must be immediately available or on a maximum 1-month notice period. Candidates are required to have full rights to live and work in the UK until December 2027, visa sponsorship is not available for this opportunity.