Senior Procurement Specialist
- Leeds
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Assumes complete accountability for managing the entire supply chain life cycle.
- Implements purchasing and logistics strategies to enhance business outcomes by optimizing supplier costs, quality, and reliability.
- Develops and executes effective sourcing plans and strategies to achieve business objectives.
- Assists the EMEA Procurement Manager in aligning sourcing strategies with business goals to meet present and future needs.
- Ensures coherence between Business Line procurement activities and the division’s Category Team and strategic objectives.
- Applies procurement standards, tools, and processes within their scope to ensure quality, delivery, cost efficiency, and sustainability.
- Monitors and manages procurement processes, generating and updating reports as needed in compliance with company standards.
- Swiftly addresses issues related to procurement costs, quality, and delivery within their designated area.
- Actively implements governance processes to monitor internal and supplier Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), quality concerns, and drives related improvement initiatives.
- Leads and executes changes in purchasing and logistics within their area of responsibility.
- Promotes clear and effective communication internally, externally, and across various units and centers.
- Contributes to and supports the development of the budget.
- Formulates and drives cost reduction initiatives to meet business targets.
- Strategically manages the supplier base to optimize leverage and mitigate risks.
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field and certification such as CIPS.
- Strong procurement experience in manufacturing, specifically in plastics and electronics with the ability to execute Budget & Performance Management.
- Experience in developing and executing strategic plans to drive company growth and achieve long-term objectives.
- Contract Management: Handle contract negotiations, drafting, and management to ensure compliance and favourable terms.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills with a proven background of supplier management.
- Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to analyse data and make informed decisions.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Yearly Bonus
- Competitive contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Flexible benefits scheme (Includes options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts and more)
- Internal mobility opportunities, mentorships & access to projects globally
- Employee Assistance Programme