Procurement Specialist

First Recruitment Group; Kingswells; Hybride; GBP 50 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

First Recruitment Group is seeking a Procurement Improvement & Analytics Specialist on a 12-month PAYE Inside IR35 contract. The role is hybrid with 3 days in the office and 2 days at home, in the United Kingdom.

The focus is on driving procurement improvements through data analysis, process optimization, and governance across the procurement function. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Procurement/Supply Chain (MCIPS preferred or in progress) and has experience with SAP, Maximo or Ariba,

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Procurement, Supply Chain, or related field.
• MCIPS qualification preferred or in progress.
• Experience in procurement, ideally in energy or regulated industry.
• Experience with procurement systems such as SAP/Maximo/Ariba.

Responsabilités

• Analyse procurement performance and identify opportunities to improve cost, value, efficiency and service.
• Produce dashboards, reports and insights for stakeholders.
• Track and measure benefits from improvement initiatives.
• Design and implement improved procurement processes.
• Maintain procedures, process maps, work instructions and training materials.
• Facilitate workshops and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support change management through communication, training and adoption monitoring.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Provide buying cover including sourcing, quotations, purchase orders, expediting and invoice resolution.
• Ensure compliance with HSE, Ethics and Compliance policies.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Reporting

Stakeholder management

Formation

Degree in Procurement/Supply Chain

MCIPS qualification or in progress

Outils

SAP

Maximo

Ariba

Description du poste

Job Title: Procurement Improvement & Analytics Specialist

Contract: 12 Months PAYE Inside IR35

Hybrid: 3 days office, 2 days home

Purpose of the Role:

• Drive procurement improvement through data analysis, root-cause problem solving, and process optimisation.
• Develop and maintain procurement processes, procedures, and user guidance to improve compliance and efficiency.
• Support Procurement teams and stakeholders while providing operational buying cover when required.

Key Responsibilities:

Improvement & Analysis

• Analyse procurement performance and identify opportunities to improve cost, value, efficiency, and service.
• Produce dashboards, reports, and actionable insights for stakeholders.
• Track and measure benefits from improvement initiatives.

Process & Governance

• Design and implement improved procurement processes.
• Maintain procedures, process maps, work instructions, templates, and training materials.

Change & Stakeholder Engagement

• Facilitate workshops and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support change management through communication, training, and adoption monitoring.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers.

Operational Procurement Support

• Provide buying cover including sourcing, quotations, purchase orders, expediting, and invoice resolution.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or equivalent experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• MCIPS qualified or working towards qualification (preferred).
• Strong procurement experience, ideally within energy or a regulated industry.
• Experience with SAP, Maximo, Ariba, or similar procurement systems.
• Proven track record in process improvement and change initiatives.

Skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Process mapping and documentation expertise.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence change and work collaboratively across functions.

HSE & Compliance

• Ensure all activities comply with Our Clients HSE, Ethics, and Compliance policies and procedures.