We are pleased to be working with our client seeking a Engineering Procurement Manager based in Bedford for one of our clients on a permanent basis. Summary of the Procurement Manager Salary: £50,000 - £55,000Location: Bedford Type of Contract: Permanent, 100% office basedHours: 37.5 - hour working week, Monday - Thursday Fri Benefits: 25 days holiday, Holiday Purchase from 2025, Pension Contribution 5%, Life Assurance 4 x annual basic, Employee assistance , Early finish FridayResponsibilities of the Engineering Procurement ManagerThe Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing a robust procurement strategy that supports profitable project delivery, supply chain resilience, and long-term business growthOperating within a project-based OEM engineering environment, the role ensures early procurement engagement, cost certainty, risk mitigation, and strong supplier performance across the full project lifecycleDevelop and implement a procurement strategy aligned with business objectives, project delivery requirements, and growth plansEstablish and manage long-term supplier and framework agreements to improve cost competitiveness, lead time certainty, and supply resilienceLead supplier rationalisation initiatives and build strategic partnerships with key vendorsProvide early procurement input during bid, tender, and engineering phases to improve cost accuracy, lead time visibility, and risk identificationSupport project teams with sourcing strategies for long-le