Procurement Officer (Facilities)

Yusen Logistics; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Procurement Officer to enhance its procurement team. This role offers the chance to work remotely up to three days a week while engaging in strategic supplier relationship management and procurement processes. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, utilizing advanced negotiation and analytical skills to deliver exceptional value. With a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, this position is perfect for individuals eager to contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in supply chain logistics.

Benefits

Individual health cover

Free Eye Test

25 days’ holiday

5 days of Volunteer Leave

Critical Illness Cover

MyStrength Wellbeing App

Free online Fitness Platform

On-Site Mental Health First Aiders

Employee benefits

Free access to 24/7 online GP

Qualifications

• Experience in the entire procurement process is essential.
• Must demonstrate strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Ability to build sustainable relationships with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Provide skilled negotiation services to minimize expenditure.
• Use best-practice sourcing and evaluation techniques.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

CIPS Level 4

Tools

Advanced Excel

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The Company

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company, we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

Due to an internal promotion, we seek a Procurement Officer to join the existing team in Annesley (NG15 0DR). You will work remotely up to 3 days per week (subject to business requirements) and must travel across sites.

As a Procurement Officer, you will always build and maintain strong, positive relationships with suppliers and stakeholders. You will evaluate supply options across varied goods and services portfolios and provide exceptional procurement service to Yusen Logistics. The ideal candidate must have experience in the entire procurement process, strong negotiation and analytical skills, and a keen eye for detail.

The salary range for this role is between £35,000 - £40,000 (depending on experience) with an additional £5000 car allowance.

What we offer:

• Individual health cover
• Free Eye Test *
• 25 days’ holiday (excluding bank holidays) and 5 days of Volunteer Leave per year
• Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
• Up to 10 days international remote working*
• Critical Illness Cover
• MyStrength Wellbeing App
• Free online Fitness Platform, i.e. Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
• On-Site Mental Health First Aiders
• Employee benefits, i.e. Free eye test*, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service
• Tailored development and career opportunities
• Karo Health
• Health Cash Plan
  
  
  

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong strategic supplier relationships and relationships with all relevant stakeholders.
• Proactive and documented Cross Department Collaboration, query and complaint resolution
• Provide a skilled negotiation service to minimise expenditure but maximise value-added advantages, including areas of cost avoidance.
• Use best-practice sourcing and evaluation techniques, including market intelligence, benchmarking, market testing, competitive tendering, pre-qualification, evaluation, and recommendation of potential suppliers.
• Promote the awareness of the Procurement Department, offering advice and guidance to the business in all matters relating to the procurement of goods and services in line with the use of existing Procurement Policy and Procedures
• Develop service level agreements and key performance indicators to monitor and measure suppliers against pre-determined targets as part of ongoing supplier contract management
• Provide market intelligence and advise the business on the best way to achieve value for money, including total cost of ownership, innovation and sustainability initiatives
• Supporting the department with day-to-day operational requirements
  
  
  

Key requirements:

• Minimum Level 4 CIPS qualified or relevant experience
• Demonstratable experience within a similar role within a Procurement function of a multi-site organisation, ideally with experience in dealing with multiple facilities vendors
• Experienced in using advanced excel
• Work well under pressure with excellent time management
• Fantastic communication and influencing skills
• Ability to build sustainable and productive relationships with suppliers
• Excellent attention to detail
• Hold a driving license and own a vehicle (Necessary for the role)
  
  
  

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer that encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment where our employees can strive and grow their potential.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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