£26,000 – £35,000EntryFull Time
Reed is the most recognised recruitment brand in the UK, with a rich history and reputation for improving lives through work, for over 60 years. Delivering recruitment solutions with many household brands throughout the UK and globally, we find new jobs and careers for people from many different backgrounds across multiple business sectors.
We look for people who enjoy an inclusive and collaborative environment, who strive for performance and celebrate team success, in a rewarding career.
Pay Range
Salary £26K-£35K plus uncapped bonus.
Job Description
Recruitment Consultant - Procurement
Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Contract: Full‑time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Hybrid
Salary: Trainee £26k+ and Consultant £35k+ plus uncapped bonus
About Reed
Reed’s Procurement & Supply Chain division is a well‑established and growing specialism nationwide. Due to continued expansion, our Newcastle office is looking for a Recruitment Consultant to take ownership of and develop a high‑potential Procurement desk across the Northeast market.
You’ll be joining a collaborative, high‑performing team with strong brand recognition and access to an extensive client and candidate network.
The Role
As a Recruitment Consultant within Procurement & Supply Chain, you will manage a full 360° desk, specialising in the recruitment of procurement professionals across a range of sectors including public sector, manufacturing, retail, and professional services.
Your responsibilities will include:
Managing and developing relationships with SME and corporate clients
Advising clients on market conditions, salary benchmarking, and hiring strategies within procurement
Winning new business through proactive business development and referral generation
Sourcing and headhunting procurement professionals across all levels (Buyer to Head of Procurement)
Managing the end‑to‑end recruitment process
Delivering a high‑quality, compliant service to both clients and candidates
Why Join Reed?
Market‑leading uncapped bonus scheme
Structured progression with transparent promotion criteria
Extensive training academy and ongoing career development
Established brand with warm client relationships and database access
Benefits
Hybrid working environment
Health Cash Plan
Long‑service sabbaticals
High Achievers incentives and national recognition events
Reed discounts across retail, travel, and wellbeing
Who We’re Looking For
This opportunity is ideal for:
Experienced recruiters seeking desk ownership and progression
Sales professionals looking to specialise in a professional services market
Ambitious individuals with an interest in procurement and supply chain careers
Feel what it’s like to truly belong…
All job offers are subject to satisfactory references and compliance with vetting requirements applicable to the job role. Reed is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to ensure that no candidate or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity. We are a Mindful Employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. As a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, we welcome applications from ex-services personnel, reservists and cadets and offer a guaranteed interview for applicants who meet the minimum criteria.
