Senior Procurement Manager - Defence Sector Electus Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a leading defence industry client to secure a Senior Procurement Manager for their Major Equipment Procurement team based in Stevenage. This is a pivotal role within a dynamic and fast-paced environment, offering significant opportunities for professional growth and global engagement. The Opportunity As a Senior Procurement Manager, you will proactively lead a small team of procurement professionals, overseeing critical supplier work packages that contribute to sophisticated sub-system equipment, services, and technology. You''ll be instrumental in ensuring contractual obligations are met, driving Value for Money (VfM) solutions, and expertly managing supplier programmes and subcontracts from negotiation through to delivery. This role offers the chance to build and maintain effective relationships across multifunctional project teams and with international suppliers, playing a key part in delivering vital defence programmes. Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement procurement strategy and a clear vision for your team.Provide essential commercial and contractual advice, including guidance on export control, Offset, Industrial Participation, and Intellectual Property.Lead and direct your team to achieve company and project objectives.Manage significant supplier relationships and lead complex negotiations across various platforms and programmes.Offer expert advice and guidance on high-