Skip to Main Content

Job Title


Purchasing Manager


Company : Cranleigh STEM, Sustainability & SHEQ Recruitment


Location : Maidstone, South East


Created : 2025-06-19


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Purchasing Manager | Civil Engineering & Utilities | Maidstone HQMake sure to apply quickly in order to maximise your chances of being considered for an interview Read the complete job description below.Salary: 65000 + Excellent BenefitsA long-established, family-run utilities and reinstatement business with over 25 years experience is looking for a skilled Purchasing Manager to lead and optimise their procurement operations.The Role:Youll head up procurement across materials, subcontractors, and services, keeping projects moving and suppliers accountable. With a focus on efficiency, supplier relations, and system integration, this is a pivotal role supporting growth across our civils and reinstatement projects.Youll need:Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager or Senior Buyer in construction, civil engineering or utilitiesStrong negotiation skills and knowledge of procurement best practicesHands-on experience with Sicon, Sage or similar systemsLeadership capability with a collaborative approachCIPS qualification (or working towards it) a plusYoull be responsible for: Leading and developing a high-performing procurement team Improving digital procurement systems and reducing inefficiencies Managing supplier contracts, cost control, and delivery timelines Partnering with Finance, IT, and Project teams for joined-up successBased in Maidstone, covering South East projectsFull-time, Permanent Ready to lead procurement for a business thats built on quality, safety, and people?Apply now or get in touch for more info.