Procurement Specialist (Buyer)

VanRath; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is assisting with the hiring of a Procurement Specialist in Belfast. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage the end-to-end procurement process and develop strategic supplier partnerships. Candidates should have a relevant degree and at least 3 years of experience in procurement, along with strong analytical and negotiation skills. Competitive salary and benefits are provided.

Benefits

Fantastic Benefits Package

Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of proven experience in procurement.
• Successful track record of creating value in procurement roles.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process.
• Develop and sustain strategic supplier partnerships.
• Use ERP systems and reporting tools for data-driven decisions.
• Lead cost, quality, and resilience strategies across the supply chain.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Relevant degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

VANRATH are assisting with the recruitment of a Procurement Specialist (Buyer) for a leading Equipment organisation.

This proves to be a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to progress their career and widen their knowledge in a Large and Growing organisation that places immense value on their staff.

Monday - Friday - Permanent - Office is based in Belfast

Salary:

Negotiable Base Salary + Fantastic Benefits Package & Progression Opportunities

Responsibilities

This isn\'t just a reactive purchasing role - you\'ll take full ownership of your categories, leveraging data and ERP systems to guide your decisions. You\'ll lead initiatives that enhance global sourcing strategies, boost supply chain resilience, and maintain world-class material flow.

If you\'re a sharp negotiator with strong analytical skills and the drive to get results under pressure in a dynamic industry, we\'d love to have you on our team.

What You\'ll Be Doing

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process - from sourcing and negotiation to ordering and expediting within your assigned categories.
• Develop and sustain strategic supplier partnerships that deliver long-term value, quality, and performance.
• Use ERP systems and reporting tools to enable data-driven decisions and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Lead cost, quality, and resilience strategies across the supply chain.

We\'ll Be a Great Match If You

• Have a relevant degree and/or 3+ years of proven experience in procurement.
• Possess strong commercial awareness and a commitment to operational excellence.
• Have a successful track record of creating value in procurement roles.

For further information on this opportunity, or any other jobs in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Jack Groves in the strictest confidence.

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