Manager, Procurement - Direct (Daventry, UK) **About Singer** We are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world. Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland. Our mission is described simply as: "A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.” The company has become renowned for its collaboration with owners of the air-cooled Porsche 911 in pursuit of bespoke restorations. **Manager, Procurement - Direct** **Position Summary** Under direct leadership, the **Manager of Procurement** will hire, lead, and mentor the direct procurement team. This person will develop, implement, and evaluate the company’s direct procurement strategies and processes. Their goal is to develop a database of potential suppliers and cultivate working relationships to ease the process of acquiring materials and/or services and to design purchasing strategies that ensure constant availability of inventory and/or services within the company’s budget in a manner that demonstrates, “Everything is Important.” _This position is located on-site in our Daventry location._ **Essential Functions** + Manages a team of three (3) to five (5) people responsible for direct purchasing + Plans and oversees the work of Commodity Managers + Hires and trains new staff + Develop sourcing strategies + Use Industry knowledge and expertise to cultivate new supplier relationships + Develop sourcing strategies by analyzing the supply base, market conditions, and technology roadmaps + Lead contractual negotiations with suppliers on NDA’s, General Terms & Conditions and Production Supply Agreements + Support business planning initiatives and milestone attainment + Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers, acting as the lead for all commercial issues + Manages suppliers for Cost, Quality, and Delivery + Identifies constraints that may impact production schedules + Works in a cross-functional team environment as a strong team player and demonstrate ability to work with other functional groups to achieve company-wide goals + Performs other duties as assigned **Qualifications:** Required Education/Experience + Six plus (6+) years of related experience as Purchasing Manager, Senior Buyer, or equivalent + Degree in business, supply chain, or other relevant fields + Proficient in MS Office, ERP systems, and maths + Knowledge of procurement strategies Preferred Education/Experience and/or Certifications + Proficient in Fishbowl or similar MRP systems + Experience in aerospace or automotive manufacturing + Prior experience in rapid growth environment + Powertrain procurement or development experience a plus **Skills/Abilities and Attributes** + Strong ability to coach and lead team members within the department + Proficient in MS Office, ERP systems, maths, and statistics + Effective written and verbal communications skills; ability to express ideas clearly and actively listen to others + Team oriented, with a strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment to multiple deadlines + Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently + Excellent time management with an ability to balance multiple projects and timelines and to meet deadlines + Positive attitude and strong work ethic **Physical Demands/Work Environment** + Must be able to drive and travel for business, including occasional travel by commercial airplane + Must be able to work in a seated, standing, and/or walking position for extended periods + Must be able to use fingers, hands, and arms at computer keyboard for extended period + Must be able to speak clearly and distinctly and hear and be heard and understood in person and by telephone **UK Benefits:** Please disregard the US benefits below. UK employees receive 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, competitive Pension scheme, free parking, team events, employee assistance programme. **Benefits** Singer employees enjoy generous paid time off, low-cost health insurance, a 401(k) plan with a company match, life and AD&D insurance, long-term and short-term disability, Snap-On tools for our techs, and continuous opportunities for learning and advancement within the company. **Equal Employment Opportunity** We are committed to building a team that includes individuals from different cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, ages, sexual orientation, and physical abilities, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we work and live.    Department: Supply Chain This is a full-time position