Procurement Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global and innovative social media company is seeking a Procurement Specialist in Kingston upon Hull to manage low-value purchases across various categories. This role demands a strategic thinker with procurement experience, offering public sector exposure and significant opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of procurement experience preferred.
• Familiarity with procurement laws and local regulations.
• English proficiency as a primary working language.

Responsibilities

• Manage Below-Clip-Value (BCL) Procurement Category.
• Deliver efficient and compliant procurement support.
• Identify process improvement opportunities.

Skills

Strategic systems thinking

Project management

Negotiation

Cost control

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

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Procurement Specialist, Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

Client: Manning Global AG

Location: Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

Our client, a global and innovative social media company, is recruiting for a Procurement Specialist to join their business in the UK.

Position Title: Procurement Specialist

Position Type: FTE 12 months

Start Date: ASAP

Location: London, UK

Contact: Felix C | [phone]

Purpose of Role:

EMEA Procurement Specialist for low-value purchasing of Professional services, HR services, Travel, and Customized goods category.

Responsibilities:

• Manage Below-Clip-Value (BCL) Procurement Category
• Deliver flexible, efficient, and compliant BCL procurement support worldwide
• Identify process improvement opportunities and lead robust implementation of solutions
• Proactively address challenges and capitalize on optimization opportunities
• Coordinate and promote collaboration with Procurement Category teams and regional operations
• Respond promptly to category needs and mobilize internal/external resources
• Ensure timely delivery of key projects while working closely with different teams
• Provide comprehensive support to upstream/downstream teams
• Serve as the global process owner for BCL procurement projects
• Deliver critical guidance to teams managing data, systems, processes, and vendors
• Develop BCL strategies for categories in charge
• Lead project reviews to mitigate risks regularly
• Establish a business-oriented vendor management methodology benefiting Procurement Category and overseas teams

Education & Experience:

• English proficiency as a primary working language
• 3+ years of procurement experience preferred, with at least 2-3 indirect categories management experience
• Bachelor’s degree or higher (full-time accredited program)

Skills & Knowledge:

• Strategic systems thinking and logical analysis capabilities
• Excellent coordination and project management skills with high professionalism and ethics
• Familiarity with procurement laws, local regulations, and basic supplier management principles
• Proficient in negotiation, cost control, and procurement best practices
• Skilled in data collection, analysis, and resource coordination

Personal Attributes:

• Mature, responsible, adaptable, with strong learning agility
• Resilient under pressure, solution-driven, open to change and challenges