Procurement Manager (Manufacturing)

VanRath; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in the apparel industry is seeking an experienced Regional Procurement Manager to optimize procurement strategies across Europe. This leadership role involves managing a European team, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with global teams to enhance supply chain efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement and supply chain management, along with excellent negotiation and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Procurement, Sourcing, or Supply Chain.
• Experience in procuring both indirect and direct materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the European Procurement team.
• Negotiate supply agreements and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Promote continuous improvement in procurement processes.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Analytical

Organizational

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Procurement

Tools

SAP P2P

SAP Ariba

Microsoft Office

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 for driving procurement strategy optimization across Europe and ensuring continuous improvement of 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 and execute procurement strategies across multiple sites and offices.
• Negotiate supply agreements, involving legal, risk management, and treasury teams as needed.
• Mitigate supply chain risks by qualifying multiple sources and optimizing the supply chain.
• Build strong supplier relationships and collaborate with global teams to improve efficiency.
• Partner with Operations, Technical, Logistics, Finance, and other departments to identify cost and process improvements.
• Report on procurement performance and cost 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 of experience in Procurement, Sourcing, or Supply Chain, with leadership experience.
• Experience in procuring both indirect and direct materials.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, especially procurement modules, and understanding of the Requisition to Pay process.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and negotiation skills, with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of international trade practices and procurement negotiations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience with SAP P2P and SAP Ariba, especially in international environments.
• CIPS Procurement and Supply certification.
• Familiarity with BI and Power-BI for data analysis.