Procurement Specialist

Arguile; Yeovil; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangement

Confidential discussions available

Job summary

Arguile is seeking a Procurement Specialist to join a growing Supply Chain team, based in Yeovil, UK. A hybrid work model is offered with three days per week in the office. This 12-month contract is perfect for someone with 2-4 years of procurement experience who thrives in fast-paced environments.

Key responsibilities include negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and supporting strategic sourcing. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and have experience with ERP systems like SAP.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years' experience within procurement, supply chain or buying roles.
• Comfortable working within a dynamic and changing environment.
• Experience working with ERP systems, particularly SAP, is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate contracts for products, services, and technologies.
• Support sourcing activities and develop effective procurement strategies.
• Manage supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance.

Skills

Procurement experience

Supplier relationship management

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Tools

ERP systems (SAP)

Job description

Hybrid Working – Bristol (3-days pw in the office)

We are supporting a leading organisation within the defence and aerospace sector in the search for a Procurement Specialist to join a growing Supply Chain team on an initial 12-month contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with procurement or buying experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and collaborating with stakeholders across complex programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Negotiate contracts for products, services and technologies.
• Support sourcing activities and develop effective procurement strategies.
• Prepare and execute contractual documentation and agreements.
• Manage supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance, quality and delivery.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Balance inventory, demand and supply requirements to support programme delivery.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure procurement activities align with wider business objectives.
• Analyse demand and supply trends to support informed decision-making.
• Communicate supplier performance metrics and expectations.

About You

• 2-4 years' experience within procurement, supply chain or buying roles.
• Experience working with ERP systems (SAP knowledge advantageous).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail.
• Comfortable working within a dynamic and changing environment.
• Defence, aerospace or engineering sector experience would be beneficial.

Additional Information

• Hybrid working arrangement.
• BPSS clearance required.
• Must have full right to work in the UK.

If you'd like to hear more, please apply for a confidential discussion.