We are seeking an Interim Procurement Manager to establish procurement governance appropriate for a scaling deep-tech business, and ensure the purchasing function is audit-ready. The role will work closely with the leadership team across the business.Our client is a fast-growing Cambridge-based deep-tech company. Having recently completed a funding round the company is scaling its research, engineering, and commercial operations rapidly.Key Responsibilities: Draft and implement a formal Procurement Policy covering purchase order requirements, delegated authority limits, supplier onboarding, and conflict of interest Develop a Delegated Authority Matrix in consultation with the CFO, defining approval thresholds by value and category Establish a supplier onboarding process including bank detail verification procedures to mitigate payment fraud risk Create and maintain a preferred supplier and contract register, capturing key terms, renewal dates, and commercial contacts for all active suppliers Implement a gifts and hospitality register as part of the company''s broader fraud awareness framework Map the current end-to-end purchase-to-pay process and identify control gaps Establish a formal contract management process for all significant supplier agreements Create a software and subscription licence schedule capturing all active licences, costs, terms, renewal dates, and business justificationWe are looking for an experienced Procurement professional ideally someone with experien