An established manufacturing client based in the DE21 are seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist.
This is a 12month FTC contract hybrid role that will involve some travelling to our sites
Key Duties
- Develop and implement category management strategies:
- Leading contract negotiations with suppliers
- Purchase Ordering
- Work with suppliers to leverage savings and build long-term relationships.
- Work with and develop a set of procurement tools as necessary including electronic tendering, electronic signature, contract database, supplier catalogue portal and spend categorisation tools.
- Monitor and report key procurement metrics such as savings delivered and volume of Purchase Orders
- Carry out any other purchasing duties as may arise from time to time.
Key Skills
- Good technical purchasing knowledge – processes, systems
- Stakeholder engagement and project delivery
- Purchase Ordering
- Good computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word and Excel
- Strong commercial acumen, Analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills.
- Ability to work to tight deadlines
Please click to apply or call 01332 363000