Direct Procurement Lead: Base Oils & Additives

-; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement firm based in Gravesend is seeking a Procurement Specialist - Direct to manage and oversee procurement for Base Oils and Additives. This full-time role involves strategic planning and supplier relationship management to ensure operational efficiency and cost effectiveness. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and negotiation skills, along with a background in procurement and supply chain management. Competitive salary and benefits package included.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Annual Bonus

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Life Assurance 4x basic salary

Free Parking

Enhanced Family Leave

Company events

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in related roles with strong decision making.
• Experience in Procurement, Supply Chain and Base Oil Trading management.
• Independent and autonomous in negotiations of Contracts/MoU/LoI.

Responsibilities

• End to end management of Procurement for Moove Europe - Direct Categories.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies at a European level.
• Manage supplier relationship management model and frameworks.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Negotiation skills

Analytic approach to procurement

Proficiency in French, Portuguese or Spanish

Education

Engineering, Science, Commerce or Business Degree

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

A leading procurement firm based in Gravesend is seeking a Procurement Specialist - Direct to manage and oversee procurement for Base Oils and Additives. This full-time role involves strategic planning and supplier relationship management to ensure operational efficiency and cost effectiveness. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and negotiation skills, along with a background in procurement and supply chain management. Competitive salary and benefits package included.