Procurement Team Lead: Strategy, Negotiations & Savings

AJ Walter Aviation; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled Procurement Team Leader to manage and improve sourcing strategies. This role involves leading supplier relationships and driving negotiations to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency. Candidates should have a strong track record in procurement and excellent communication skills. The company values innovation and offers a supportive workplace with various employee perks.

Benefits

Team fun budget

Free access to LinkedIn Learning

Onsite gym

Discretionary bonus

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• Proven experience in strategic procurement within a complex environment.
• High commercial acumen with the ability to analyse spend and market data.
• Detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable with change.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier contract negotiations and ensure compliance with internal policies.
• Monitor and manage supplier performance across key contracts.
• Collaborate with internal teams to amend, renew, and optimise supplier contracts.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Contract management

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Supplier performance management

Job description

A leading aviation company in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled Procurement Team Leader to manage and improve sourcing strategies. This role involves leading supplier relationships and driving negotiations to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency. Candidates should have a strong track record in procurement and excellent communication skills. The company values innovation and offers a supportive workplace with various employee perks.