Procurement Manager
Harlow, Essex (office-based with potential to lead to hybrid)
£65,000–£80,000


Rise10 Recruitment are partnering with a leading fuel and energy organisation to appoint an experienced Procurement Manager. This is a key strategic role for a business undergoing significant growth, offering the chance to build and shape a high-performing procurement function from the ground up.
As Procurement Manager, you will lead a dedicated procurement team and take ownership of strategic sourcing, supplier management, and end-to-end procurement operations.
You will ensure a secure, cost-effective, and sustainable fuel supply for a nationwide operation, while embedding best-practice processes and strong governance frameworks.
This position is ideal for a proactive, commercially driven leader with a passion for operational excellence and long-term value creation.
Strategic Procurement Leadership
*Develop and deliver a procurement strategy aligned with business and market conditions
*Lead high-value contract negotiations with fuel suppliers, logistics partners, and service providers
*Monitor domestic and international fuel markets to identify risks, cost-saving opportunities, and trends
*Manage optimal fuel inventory levels and supplier credit limits
Supplier & Contract Management
*Build strong supplier relationships to drive performance and innovation
*Oversee the full contract lifecycle, including tenders, renewals, SLAs, and performance management
*Implement structured procurement frameworks such as rate cards, approved supplier lists, and category management
Operational Excellence
*Develop and own procurement policies, guidelines, and governance
*Work closely with commercial, finance, logistics, and operational teams
*Introduce digital procurement tools, KPIs, and reporting frameworks
*Lead indirect procurement across the organisation
Risk & Compliance
*Ensure compliance with UK legislation and environmental standards
*Maintain contingency plans for supply disruptions and volatile markets
*Uphold internal and external procurement governance
Team Leadership
*Lead, mentor, and develop a skilled procurement team
*Foster a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement
About You
*Proven experience leading procurement or supply chain teams.
*CIPS qualification
*Track record of embedding procurement best practices across multi-site organisations.
*Experience in the fuel, logistics, renewable energy, oil & gas, pharmaceutical, or chemical sectors is highly desirable.
*Expertise in liquid commodities and operating within regulated environments.
*Hands-on procurement experience with a strong commercial mindset.
*Demonstrated negotiation skills and commercial acumen.
*Knowledge of UK regulatory frameworks.
*Exceptional stakeholder management and board-level communication skills.
*Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Drive strategic procurement, shape a high-performing team, and deliver sustainable energy solutions for a growing nationwide business- Apply now!