Procurement Lead

Veolia Environnement SA; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Pension Scheme

Private GP

Birthday off

Job summary

Veolia Group in Birmingham is seeking a dedicated Procurement Lead to manage procurement activities, ensure on-time customer orders, and optimise the supply chain. The role supports two procurement administrators and collaborates with logistics, sales, and engineering teams to drive procurement excellence.

The candidate will negotiate with suppliers, monitor delivery performance, and contribute to scalable supply chain capabilities while upholding health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in purchasing with quality/operational exposure.
• Experience with procurement policies and procedures.
• Ability to negotiate and manage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead two procurement administrators to deliver excellence.
• Create POs using Latis MRP for standard sales.
• Coordinate with Logistics, Sales Admin, Engineering Scheduling and 3PL to meet orders.
• Monitor supplier delivery and conformance.
• Develop supplier base and improve supply chain efficiency.
• Resolve invoice queries with Accounts Payable.
• Ensure health and safety compliance.

Skills

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Procurement experience

Adaptability

Education

A-levels with Maths and English (GCSE B)

CIPS Level 4 (in progress)

Tools

JD Edwards ERP

Latis MRP system

Quality systems

Job description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation.

Within this framework, Water Tech brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy.
Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

Full-Time | Permanent | 37 hours per week

Birmingham Office (hybrid working)

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (and your birthday off!) | Comprehensive Pension Scheme | Access to a Private GP and much more!

Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the existing right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

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Ready to make a real difference - not just in your career, but for the planet?

As water technologies experts, we don't just offer jobs – we build careers with purpose. We're on a mission of Ecological Transformation, and we're looking for a dedicated Procurement Lead to help us lead the charge.

The Procurement Lead will be responsible for managing procurement activities for Veolia, and will play a key role in ensuring customer sales orders are met on time whilst working to optimise our supply chain efficiency. They will be responsible for driving procurement excellence, managing supplier relationships, coordinating with logistics and sales teams, and supporting two procurement administrators to achieve our operational objectives.

What will I be doing…

• Manage and support two procurement administrators to deliver procurement excellence
• Create purchase orders using Latis MRP system for standard sales
• Liaise with Logistics, Sales Administration, Engineering Scheduling teams and 3PL to ensure customer sales orders are met on time
• Follow through with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and monitor supplier conformance
• Proactively identify disruption to supply and mitigate risk by seeking alternative sources
• Work with 3PL to ensure smooth goods receipting and provide on-site assistance when required
• Coordinate direct-to-site deliveries effectively with the Logistics team
• Update shared sales backlog report daily with PO information to keep all internal stakeholders informed
• Ensure suppliers adhere to company terms and conditions
• Drive efficiency in procurement activities and negotiate favourable prices where possible
• Support the process of creating new suppliers in Latis
• Assist in developing our supply chain capabilities
• Resolve invoice queries with Accounts Payable
• Collate and submit quality and compliance information such as packaging information and supplier evaluations
• Comply with and promote Health and Safety policies and procedures
• Demonstrate health & safety awareness and practice

What you will bring to the role…

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills to guide, influence, and coordinate with internal and external partners
• Build strong working relationships with suppliers, logistics teams, and internal engineering teams
• Demonstrate passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement
• Results-oriented with a 'can do' attitude and keen interest in procurement
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to be flexible and evolve due to the ever-changing nature of the industries in which we operate

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a purchasing role, including quality and operational experience
• Must be highly motivated with a keen interest in procurement/buying
• Knowledge of procurement processes, policies, and procedures, and be financially and commercially aware
• Negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Qualified to A Level or equivalent with a minimum Grade B in Maths and English at GCSE level
• Good understanding of procedures and concepts within procurement discipline
• Working towards a CIPS Level 4 qualification or commitment to study towards this qualification
• Experience using ERP systems (JD Edwards)
• Experience using Quality systems
• Good understanding of technical/process areas with experience in water, engineering, or construction industry
• Experience with Latis MRP system

Additional Information

What we can offer you…

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (and your birthday off!)