Procurement Specialist: International Sourcing & Negotiation

Quality Personnel; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Quality Personnel is seeking an experienced Procurement Officer for a permanent, office-based role. You will manage day-to-day purchasing, negotiate terms with suppliers and coordinate with the Italian parent company to secure best value.

You’ll need proven procurement experience, strong negotiation and excellent communication skills, with meticulous organisation and the ability to work independently across priorities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems is expected.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement or purchasing.
• Strong negotiation skills and commercial awareness.
• Professional, articulate and an excellent communicator.
• Highly organised, proactive and detail-oriented.
• Confident working independently and managing competing priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and purchasing or ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day purchasing, purchase orders and stock replenishment.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms and delivery schedules to secure best value.
• Manage relationships with the Italian parent company and other suppliers.
• Monitor orders and deliveries, resolving supply or quality issues.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve purchasing efficiency.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and liaise with internal teams.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Independent work

Office/ERP software

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Quality Personnel is seeking an experienced Procurement Officer for a permanent, office-based role. You will manage day-to-day purchasing, negotiate terms with suppliers and coordinate with the Italian parent company to secure best value.

You’ll need proven procurement experience, strong negotiation and excellent communication skills, with meticulous organisation and the ability to work independently across priorities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems is expected.