Procurement Specialist - Contact Lenses

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement organization is looking for a Procurement Specialist - Contact Lenses in London for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves managing bulk and urgent purchase orders for contact lens products, ensuring vendor adherence to timelines, and maintaining data accuracy in procurement processes. Ideal candidates have procurement experience, strong attention to detail, and advanced Excel skills. This position offers a chance to contribute meaningfully within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement and supply chain operations is essential.
• Proven ability to manage purchase orders and coordination with vendors.
• Strong follow-up skills to ensure service levels are maintained.

Responsibilities

• Manage bulk and urgent purchase orders for contact lenses across EMEA.
• Follow up with vendors regarding lead times and quantities.
• Monitor open purchase orders and highlight risks.

Skills

Experience in procurement, supply chain, or operations

Understanding of purchase order management

Ability to manage multiple suppliers

High attention to detail

Proficiency in ERP systems

Advanced Excel skills

Strong communication skills

Tools

SAP

Job description

Role Overview

As our Procurement Specialist - Contact Lenses, you'll play a critical role in ensuring timely and accurate procurement of contact lens products across the EMEA region. You'll manage bulk and urgent purchase orders, coordinate with vendors and internal teams, and maintain delivery commitments to support service level objectives. This is a 12-month fixed-term assignment based in London, offering you the chance to make a measurable impact in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Who are we?

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. Our portfolio includes iconic brands such as Ray‑Ban, Oakley, Persol, Oliver Peoples, Vogue Eyewear, and Costa, alongside trusted vision care brands like Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest, and Transitions. Operating in over 150 countries, we deliver high-quality vision care and best-in‑class shopping experiences through retail networks and leading e‑commerce platforms.

What you’ll be doing

• Placing and managing bulk and urgent purchase orders for contact lenses across the EMEA region.
• Following up with vendors to ensure adherence to confirmed lead times and quantities.
• Updating due dates in internal systems based on vendor production and shipment reports.
• Monitoring open purchase orders and proactively flagging risks impacting availability or service levels.
• Coordinating closely with Planning, Customer Service, Logistics, and Warehouse teams.
• Supporting resolution of supply issues (delays, shortages, allocation constraints).
• Ensuring procurement data accuracy and compliance with internal processes and controls.
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within procurement and supply chain operations.

What you’ll need

• Experience in procurement, supply chain, or operations.
• Strong understanding of purchase order management and vendor coordination.
• Ability to manage multiple suppliers and priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• High attention to detail and strong follow‑up skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP experience is a strong plus).
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with a proactive and solution‑oriented mindset.