Procurement Specialist

Accelerated People Management; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK manufacturer is seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to lead procurement strategy and develop a sustainable supply chain. The role requires strong skills in sourcing, risk management, and supplier development. This position offers a competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000, employer-funded training, and more. Ideal candidates have a background in manufacturing or heavy building materials.

Benefits

Employer funded training & development

33 days holiday

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain, ideally within manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of supply chain operations, cost analysis, risk management, and supplier development.
• Background in aggregates, ceramics, or heavy building materials is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Leading the procurement strategy across raw materials, services, and logistics.
• Developing a sustainable supply chain to support R&D and operations.
• Identifying and onboarding new suppliers aligned with quality and cost objectives.

Skills

Procurement experience

Supply chain operations knowledge

Risk management

Supplier development

Job description

Overview

Procurement Specialist — Southampton

40,000 - 45,000 + Employer Funded Training & Development + 33 Days Holiday + Benefits Package

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Procurement Specialist to join a rapidly growing UK manufacturer with a strong presence across multiple UK sites. With significant investment in R&D, sustainability, and technical operations, the business is at the forefront of innovation in the building materials sector. In this pivotal role, you\u2019ll take full ownership of procurement and supply chain strategy, managing the sourcing, storage, and distribution of materials and services critical to the production of their products.

Responsibilities

• Leading the procurement strategy across raw materials, services, and logistics
• Developing a sustainable and resilient supply chain to support R&D and operational needs
• Identifying and onboarding new suppliers aligned with quality, sustainability, and cost objectives
• Managing supplier risk, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance across the supply base

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain, ideally within manufacturing
• Strong understanding of supply chain operations, cost analysis, risk management, and supplier development
• Background in aggregates, ceramics, heavy building materials or scientific/technical environments is desirable
• Commercial acumen and ability to map opportunities with ROI in mind

Please apply or call Tommy Reynolds for immediate consideration

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This vacancy is being advertised by Accelerated People Management Ltd. The services of Accelerated People Management Ltd are that of an Employment Agency.

Accelerated People Management Ltd can only accept applications from candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed. We will endeavour to respond to all applicants however due to the sheer volume of response, we can only guarantee that candidates who have been shortlisted will be contacted.