Procurement Officer

Electus Recruitment Solutions; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK seeks a Senior Procurement Engineer to optimize procurement strategies and manage supplier performance. You will lead a team, develop procurement strategies, and ensure effective logistics processes. Ideal candidates will have strong procurement experience, proven negotiation skills, and a relevant qualification. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance to make a long-term impact on procurement processes.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity to shape procurement processes

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Lead supplier negotiations and manage supplier performance using KPIs.
• Oversee stock accuracy and inventory reporting.
• Manage stores operations and collaborate on logistics improvements.
• Lead, coach and develop a procurement and logistics team.
• Deliver cost-saving initiatives.

Skills

Strong procurement experience within a manufacturing or operational environment

Proven negotiation skills

Supplier performance management

Leadership experience

Solid understanding of inventory control

Education

CIPS Level 5 or Level 6 or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description

Senior Procurement Engineer

Take ownership of procurement strategies and supplier management to optimise cost, quality and delivery performance. Lead a team to embed best-practice systems that support efficient operations and business growth.

What you will need

• Strong procurement experience within a manufacturing or operational environment
• Proven negotiation skills and supplier performance management
• Leadership experience managing procurement or supply teams
• Solid understanding of inventory control and logistics processes

What is in it for you

Competitive salary and opportunity to shape procurement processes for long-term impact

What you will be doing

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives
• Lead supplier negotiations and manage supplier performance using KPIs and contract reviews
• Oversee stock accuracy and inventory reporting to support operational needs
• Manage stores operations and collaborate on logistics improvements
• Lead, coach and develop a procurement and logistics team
• Deliver cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or service

Your experience

• CIPS Level 5 or Level 6, or working towards qualification, or equivalent experience