Procurement Manager

VanRath; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the apparel industry is seeking a Regional Procurement Manager to optimize procurement strategies across Europe from their Derry location. This role involves leading a European procurement team, negotiating supply agreements, and ensuring supply chain efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree, extensive experience in procurement, and strong analytical skills, along with proficiency in relevant tools like SAP and Power-BI.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Procurement, Sourcing, or Supply Chain with leadership experience.
• Strong familiarity with ERP systems, particularly procurement modules.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the European Procurement team and strategies.
• Negotiate supply agreements and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Build strong supplier relationships and promote continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or related

Tools

SAP P2P

Power-BI

Job description

Vanrath is working with a global leader in the apparel industry, seeking to add an experienced Regional Procurement Manager to their team at their manufacturing facility in Derry.

This role is crucial in optimizing procurement strategies across Europe and enhancing supply chain operations.

Top 3 Things to Know About This Job:

• Leadership Role: Manage and develop a European procurement team, overseeing strategies for production facilities and regional offices.
• Impactful Strategy: Influence the supply chain through contract negotiations, process optimization, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Global Exposure: Collaborate with internal functions and global teams to ensure procurement efficiency and success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the European Procurement team, implementing strategies across multiple sites and offices.
• Negotiate supply agreements, involving legal and treasury teams as needed.
• Mitigate supply chain risks by qualifying multiple sources and optimizing the supply chain.
• Build strong supplier relationships and work with global teams to enhance efficiency.
• Partner with Operations, Technical, Logistics, Finance, and other teams to drive cost and process improvements.
• Report on procurement performance and savings, ensuring compliance with policies and legal standards.
• Promote continuous improvement in procurement processes and manage KPIs for suppliers.

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Procurement, or related field.
• 5+ years in Procurement, Sourcing, or Supply Chain, with leadership experience.
• Experience in procuring indirect and direct materials.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, especially procurement modules, and understanding of Requisition to Pay.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of international trade and procurement negotiations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience with SAP P2P and SAP Ariba, especially internationally.
• CIPS Procurement and Supply certification.
• Knowledge of BI and Power-BI for data analysis.

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