Senior Procurement Specialist

ZipRecruiter; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in East Lothian is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist. The role focuses on ensuring timely material delivery and developing relationships with key suppliers. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in procurement within a manufacturing environment, excellent negotiation skills, and proficiency in MRP/ERP systems. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in procurement and manufacturing environments.
• Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of materials.
• Develop relationships with key suppliers.
• Engage with stakeholders for effective supply chain support.

Skills

Production/Inventory Management

Interpersonal Skills

Negotiation Skills

Microsoft Excel

Tools

MRP/ERP Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Senior Procurement Specialist / Manufacturing / East Lothian

My client is a international design and manufacturing organisation, with a fantastic reputation within the industry they supply within.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to add an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to their team. This role is based on their site in East Lothian.

The Senior Procurement Specialist will ensure the cost effective and timely delivery of materials to the business in line with MRP system requirements. They will also develop robust relationships with key UK and International suppliers, engaging with senior stakeholders to provide effective supply chain support.

Experience required:

• Extensive knowledge of production / inventory management in a manufacturing environment and end to end procurement process/ MRP/ERP systems, ideally 5+ years working experience
• Ability to work to a high level of detail and accuracy with strong commercial awareness
• Confident and adept interpersonal skills
• Competent user of Microsoft Office software, especially Excel
• Advanced negotiation skills and the ambition to further develop procurement skillset to an increased technical and strategic level
• Ability to work as part of a team and to lead or support cross functional improvement initiatives in a fast moving environment