Procurement Support Manager

Culina Group; Canterbury, Rugby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking market leader as a Procurement Support Manager, where you'll enhance financial performance and business resilience. This full-time role involves sourcing activities, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring best value for money. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values employee development and inclusivity, offering a competitive salary and extensive benefits. If you're passionate about driving value and making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays

Company Bonus

Private Medical Cover

Car Allowance: £5,000 per annum

Pension Scheme: 5% employee and 8% employer contributions

Life Assurance: 4x your annual salary

Wellness Support

Eye Care Vouchers

Reward & Recognition Programs

Everyday Discounts

Qualifications

• Proven ability to identify and implement value-added commercial solutions.
• Effectively manage multiple and potentially conflicting stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive, business-focused procurement service.
• Manage the negotiation, planning, and placement of contracts.

Skills

Supplier Relationship Management

Negotiation Skills

Commercial Understanding

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Planning

Communication Skills

Job description

Job Description

Due to continued growth, we are now seeking a Procurement Support Manager to join a new and evolving procurement function at our Rugby site.

As our Procurement Support Manager, you will undertake sourcing activities and manage supplier relationships to enhance financial performance and business resilience.

This is a full-time, permanent position working Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, offering a competitive salary and package with the opportunity to work for a forward-thinking market leader.

Job responsibilities of Procurement Support Manager include:

• Provide a comprehensive, business-focused procurement and commercial service, ensuring best value for money is achieved.
• Manage the negotiation, planning, and placement of contracts.
• Build and maintain relationships with business teams and influence procurement decision-making.
• Effectively manage suppliers and contracts to sustain value throughout their lifecycle.
• Ensure appropriate approvals and correct commercial contract documentation and conditions are applied.
• Contribute to the Preferred Supplier List.
• Provide and deliver training on procurement procedures and policies.
• Produce management information and reports.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to identify and implement value-added commercial solutions within a fast-paced, multi-site organization.
• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple and potentially conflicting stakeholders.
• Evidence of commercial and financial understanding, driving creative and market-leading value solutions.
• Proven ability to negotiate with suppliers and stakeholders to achieve optimized outcomes.
• Proven ability to implement strategic category plans.
• Confident and effective communicator, successfully influencing decisions.
• Confident in challenging the supply chain model, as well as the demand for and specifications of goods/services.
• A general commercial mindset, always seeking opportunities to add value.

Additional Information

As part of our effort to make Culina Group a great place to work, we are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organization committed to employee development and recognizing success for hardworking performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programs are open to all employees to help shape your future within logistics and foster a thriving team culture.

Our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits, including:

• Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Company Bonus: Rewards for achieving our goals through a bonus scheme.
• Private Medical Cover: Access to clinically appropriate care via Bupa.
• Car Allowance: £5,000 per annum.
• Pension Scheme: 5% employee and 8% employer contributions.
• Life Assurance: 4x your annual salary.
• Wellness: 24/7 confidential support via Employee Assistance Programme.
• Eye Care Vouchers: Savings on eye tests and glasses.
• Reward & Recognition: Employee of the month/year, recognition awards, long service awards.
• Everyday Discounts: Access to over 50 retailer discounts via our benefit platform.

When our staff are passionate about their work, they deliver better care and attention, reflecting positively on our clients. Click APPLY NOW to #JoinOurWinningTeam and start your career today!