Procurement and Supply Chain Manager Location: Aylesford, Kent Contract: Permanent Salary: Competitive DOE About the Role Our Client is seeking an experienced Procurement and Supply Chain Manager to play a key role in supporting ambitious growth plans within a thriving manufacturing environment. This is a strategic leadership position responsible for overseeing procurement, supplier management, inventory control, and supply chain performance across the business. You will lead procurement activities from sourcing and supplier negotiations through to stock management and supply chain optimisation, ensuring the business receives high-quality goods and services in a cost-effective and timely manner. In addition, you will be responsible for managing the Stores function, ensuring operational efficiency and the integrity of stock control systems. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned to business objectives. Manage procurement activities for raw materials, goods, services, and manufacturing resources. Source, evaluate, negotiate, and manage relationships with suppliers. Monitor supplier performance to ensure quality, reliability, and value. Oversee purchasing processes, approvals, purchase orders, and delivery schedules. Manage procurement budgets and support cost reduction initiatives. Identify and mitigate supply chain risks to maintain continuity of supply. Work closely with operational teams to understand requirements and support business ..... full job details .....