Join Our Talent Pool! Procurement Experts

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is building a talent pool for procurement experts in indirect categories such as Marketing, IT, and HR. This role is focused on developing strategies, managing suppliers, and driving cost savings initiatives. Ideal candidates should have proven procurement experience and strong negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in indirect procurement.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop procurement strategies for assigned categories.
• Conduct market analysis to identify suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts to achieve optimal terms.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract Management

Analytical Skills

Relationship Management

Problem Solving

Education

CIPS qualification or equivalent

Tools

Procurement Software

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Procurement Jobs

Location:

edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a procurement professional looking to make a significant impact in the world of indirect procurement? We are building a talent pool of exceptional procurement experts in the UK for our strategic projects. If you have a passion for strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimization, we want to hear from you!

Categories of Interest:

We are seeking professionals with experience in the following indirect procurement categories:

• Marketing and Advertising
• Market Data
• IT and Telecommunications
• Professional Services
• Facilities Management
• Travel and Events
• HR and Recruitment
• Office Supplies and Equipment
• Logistics and Distribution

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for assigned categories.
• Conduct market analysis to identify potential suppliers and market trends.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements to achieve optimal terms and conditions.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure performance and compliance.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand and meet their procurement needs.
• Drive cost savings initiatives and process improvements.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in indirect procurement within one or more of the specified categories.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools.
• CIPS qualification or equivalent is desirable.