Procurement Manager

Medik8; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading skincare company is seeking a Procurement Manager to optimize procurement processes and build supplier relationships. The role involves managing procurement for manufacturing, driving cost savings, and ensuring compliance with best practices. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovation and sustainability in skincare.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible & Hybrid working

Private Medical Insurance + Mental Health support

Annual Performance Bonus

75% discount + Annual Product Allowance

Up-skilling support + regular Lunch & Learns

2 Volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Solid experience as a Direct Procurement Manager, ideally in beauty or pharmaceuticals.
• Advanced proficiency in spreadsheet and data analytics preferred.
• Proven ability to build long-term supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage timely procurement of goods for manufacturing needs.
• Negotiate contracts and secure favorable pricing.
• Continuously review and optimize procurement processes.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Cost management

Education

Experience in Direct Procurement

Experience with ERP systems

Job description

Medik8 Aylesbury, England, United Kingdom

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Medik8 is transforming the industry with science-backed technology and our dedication to exceptional skincare products has built a reputation for excellence. Our goal is to continue to scale the business through global expansion, multi-channel distribution, and product innovation.

We are looking for a forward thinking Procurement Manager to join our dynamic team here at Medik8. You will be responsible for the procurement of materials to support the day-to-day manufacturing needs of the business. Your focus will be on optimising procurement processes, building strong supplier relationships, and driving cost savings across all areas of the business.

If you are passionate about driving efficiency and innovation, we want to hear from you!

In more detail your role will include:

Procurement and Strategic Sourcing:

• Manage the timely and efficient procurement of goods to fulfill weekly business manufacturing needs.
• Implementation of stock holding agreements to reduce lead-time and improve cost.
• Oversee the artwork process to ensure components are delivered to latest regulatory standards.
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for key categories of spend components.
• Support sustainability objectives through responsible sourcing and supplier reviews.
• Manage product lifecycle across all departments in the business.
• Ensure key components have clear secondary supply.
  
  

Supplier Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts and secure favourable pricing and payment terms.
• Ensuring all new suppliers are set-up in accordance with the approved supplier process.
• Manage supplier performance, address issues, and drive continuous improvement in quality and delivery.
• Conduct supplier reviews and implement corrective actions as necessary.
  
  

Procurement Process Improvement:

• Implement and maintain the procurement arm of the ERP system.
• Responsibility for management of product and bill of material set-up on ERP system.
• Continuously review and optimise procurement processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and minimise risks.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with procurement regulations and best practices.
  
  

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Track and analyse key procurement metrics, such as spend analysis and cost savings.
• Prepare regular reports on procurement activities and provide insights to key stakeholders.
• Utilise data analytics to identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement and product discontinuation.
  
  

Stakeholder Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including operations, finance, and engineering.
• Provide expert support and guidance to internal stakeholders on procurement-related matters.
  
  

Requirements:

• Solid experience as a Direct Procurement Manager, ideally within beauty or the pharmaceutical industry.
• Experience of using ERP systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build deep and long term supplier relationships.
• A track record of utilising budgeting and cost management skills to achieve cost-effective procurement outcomes.
• Advanced proficiency in spreadsheet and data analytics is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail combined with the ability to zoom out and think strategically.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
  
  

About Us

Founded in 2009 by UK scientists and brothers, Elliot and Daniel Isaacs, we are a British, B Corp certified dermatological skincare brand, globally renowned for our age-defying heroes that deliver results without compromise.

Our mission is to simplify the route to great skin through the highest quality, most efficacious and trusted products on the market. All this is underpinned by our pioneering CSA Philosophy of vitamin C plus sunscreen by day, and vitamin A (retinoids) by night which addresses 90% of anti-ageing skincare needs to deliver more youthful-looking skin.

Culture & Benefits

We are fuelled by our commitment to sustainability, quality, efficiency, and an unwavering passion for our customers. Championing solutions-focused thinking, we possess a purpose-driven mentality and strive to work with integrity and agility, always. We are collaborative go-givers; our diverse talents work cross-functionally and we achieve more together. We are proud to do everything in-house, challenging the norm and pushing the boundaries of possibility. It’s just who we are!

Some of the perks of being part of the Medik8 team include:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible & Hybrid working
• Private Medical Insurance + Mental Health support
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Performance Bonus
• Long Service Awards
• 75% discount + Annual Product Allowance
• Flexible Career opportunities
• Up-skilling support + regular Lunch & Learns
• 2 Volunteering days per year
• Matched Charitable Giving Scheme
  
  

Want to do a little more research before you apply?

Head over to our main careers page to find out more about the team and our values. You can also find out more about us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor & Instagram.

At Medik8, we believe that diversity within our workplace drives innovation. We celebrate multiple backgrounds, cultures, approaches and points of view, and believe that when people feel respected and included, they can truly flourish. We’re committed to advancing equal opportunities and we’re dedicated to building a workforce as diverse as our consumer base, creating a multifaceted, equitable and inclusive culture and allowing all colleagues to bring their whole selves to work.

Our DE&I ethos also flows through our recruitment process. Studies have found that minority groupings tend to apply for roles only when they meet 100% of the role requirements, in comparison to non-minority grouping tend to apply when they meet only 60% of the role requirements (Hewlett Packard ). The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, so if you think you meet 60+ of the role spec and are passionate, excited & feel like you have the potential to fulfil the rest - then we want to hear from you!

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