Procurement Specialist

Michael Page (UK); Redditch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Procurement Specialist to lead strategic cost initiatives and enhance supplier relationships. This role involves negotiating with suppliers, analyzing procurement data, and supporting operations to mitigate supply chain risks. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong leadership and communication skills. With a focus on achieving business goals through key performance indicators, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including generous holidays and pension contributions.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays

7% Employer Pension Contribution

Westfield Health Medical Cash Plan Cover

Death in Service Benefit of 4 x salary

Cycle scheme

Electric Car Scheme

10% of salary in shares after 1 year

Costco Gold Company member

Employee Assistance Program

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Policies

Qualifications

• Knowledge of manufacturing, quality control, and planning processes.
• Ability to work in high pressure, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Leading and coordinating strategic cost down initiatives.
• Supplier negotiations to achieve PPV and NWC targets.
• Analyze procurement data to identify opportunities.

Skills

Purchasing experience

ERP/MRP Logic

Leadership skills

Mathematical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service orientation

Tools

Excel

Computerized integrated information systems

Job description

• Understanding of ERP/MRP Logic , ideally SAP.
• Purchasing experience/ CIPS in a manufacturing environment required.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading provider of mission-critical flow control and compression equipment and associated aftermarket parts, consumables, and services, which it sells across multiple attractive end-markets within the industrial, energy and medical industries.

Job Description

• Leading and Coordinating Strategic cost down initiatives.
• Supplier Negotiations To achieve PPV and NWC Targets.
• Support operations team to mitigate Supply Chain risks.
• Support operations to improve supplier KPI's (quality, delivery, cost)
• Analyse procurement data, to identify opportunities.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Procurement Specialist should have:

• Knowledge of manufacturing, quality control, and planning processes.
• Mainframe and personal computer experience a plus.
• Must possess good mathematical skills and the ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• In-depth knowledge of computerized integrated information systems (manufacturing, materials management, production planning, procurement and distribution).
• Understanding of ERP/MRP Logic, ideally SAP
• Must be a flexible, decisive and proactive problem solver.
• Must possess leadership skills to contribute to a team-oriented environment while leveraging lean methodologies.
• Must be focused on achieving business goals through Key Performance Indicators
• Must be able to work well in high pressure, fast-paced environment.
• Must be a strong communicator.
• Must be able to influence internal/external suppliers to achieve fulfilment objectives.
• Must possess a strong customer service orientation and must provide dedicated support of internal customer requirements.
• Must possess strong organizational skills, with ability to work on multiple priorities at once.
• Must be proficient in Excel including the ability to provide data analysis and report writing.
• Good basic Engineering understanding, able to read engineering drawings.

What's on Offer

• A salary range of £40,000 - £45,000
• 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays (Option to purchase 5 days after probation period)
• 7% Employer Pension Contribution
• Westfield Health Medial Cash Plan Cover
• Death in Service Benefit of 4 x salary
• Cycle scheme (After probation period)
• Electric Car Scheme (After 1 year employment)
• 10% of salary in shares after 1 year of employment
• Costco Gold Company member, allowing employees to join.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Policies

If you're looking for a role where you can make a significant impact, apply today to become our next Procurement Specialist!