Estimating & Procurement Manager

Estimating and Procurement ManagerMid Kent£35,000 - £45,000 (DOE)Monday – Friday

My client is a leading production-based company who are committed to delivering high-quality services are looking for an Estimating & Procurement Manager to strengthen their commercial and technical operations.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to join a market-leading business where your skills in estimating and procurement will directly impact project success, supplier relationships, and business growth.

What you’ll be doing:

• Producing accurate, cost-effective job estimates aligned with customer specs and production capabilities
• Collaborating with sales, customer service, and production teams to support quote generation
• Managing procurement of materials and outsourced services, ensuring cost, quality, and supply efficiency
• Developing pricing models and tracking production costs, KPIs, and supplier performance
• Driving strategic purchasing decisions and sustainable material sourcing
• Leading and developing a small technical team, including setting objectives and identifying training needs
• Reporting key performance insights to senior leadership

What we’re looking for:

• Strong background in estimating and/or procurement within a commercial environment
• Supervisory experience and excellent leadership
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Commercially savvy, with the ability to balance client needs with cost targets
• Confident using Microsoft Office Suite and proficient using Excel
• Proactive, solutions-focused, and eager to contribute to team growth and business success

Ready to take ownership, lead with precision, and be part of a collaborative on-site team?Then this could be your next big move.

What’s in it for you:

Joining our client means you’ll be part of a company that values loyalty, growth, and work-life balance. Here’s some of what you can look forward to:

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays to recharge and unwind
• Workplace pension with up to 3% company contribution to support your future
• Long service rewards including extra annual leave starting from just 5 years with the company

You’ll also be joining a friendly, forward-thinking team in a business that’s committed to quality and continuous improvement.

This role is being handled by Nicole Howe, Business Support Consultant for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment.

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