Global Procurement Strategist & Contracts Lead

Ember Search; Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utilities company in the United Kingdom seeks a Procurement Specialist to manage the procurement process and develop supplier relationships. The role involves engaging with business stakeholders, ensuring compliance with supply chain policies, and generating cost savings through effective procurement management. The ideal candidate will have stakeholder management skills, experience in contract negotiation, and a membership or pursuit of CIPS qualification enhancing their career prospects. This position includes travel across Europe.

Qualifications

• Member of CIPS or working towards qualification.
• Experience of developing procurement strategies for projects.
• Good understanding of contract and commercial law.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement process to select suppliers.
• Support delivery of procurement strategy aligned with business strategy.
• Ensure all supply chain activities are ethical and controlled.

Skills

Stakeholder management skills

Procurement strategy development

Contract negotiation

Excellent communication skills

Commercial acumen

Team player

Education

Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) membership

University degree

Job description

A leading utilities company in the United Kingdom seeks a Procurement Specialist to manage the procurement process and develop supplier relationships. The role involves engaging with business stakeholders, ensuring compliance with supply chain policies, and generating cost savings through effective procurement management. The ideal candidate will have stakeholder management skills, experience in contract negotiation, and a membership or pursuit of CIPS qualification enhancing their career prospects. This position includes travel across Europe.