European Procurement Manager

European Procurement Manager 80,000 - 90,000 per annum (OTE 95,000 - 110,000) 50% European travel Hybrid, office in Devon Purpose of the role Monitor key performance metrics and ensure alignment with sourcing strategies, including delivery, quality, and supplier consolidation initiatives. Establish a process for gathering plant feedback, communicating outcomes to suppliers, and implementing performance-based rewards or corrective measures on a monthly or quarterly basis. Support initiatives that position the business as the customer of choice within the supplier network. Identify opportunities to lower costs, standardise products or services, leverage new supplier technologies, and address pricing or supplier performance challenges. Develop a project management framework in partnership with Supplier Quality to implement improvement plans, corrective actions, minimise risk, and maintain supplier continuity. Background required Willing to undertake significant travel, comprising approximately 50% of the role, with regular visits to suppliers across multiple countries. Fluent in English, with an additional language such as French, German, or Hungarian considered advantageous. Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and presentation development skills. Strong verbal, written, and presentation abilities, with the capability to adapt communication styles for different audiences. Responsibilities Develop and refine procurement strategies alongside International Segment and ..... full job details .....