Senior Procurement Specialist

ABB; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology company in Leeds is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage purchasing and logistics for plastics and electronics. This role involves optimizing costs, ensuring compliance, and developing strategies to enhance supplier performance. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in supply chain management and strong procurement experience. The position offers a hybrid work model and a comprehensive benefits package including competitive leave and pension schemes.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Competitive contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Proven background in supplier management.
• Experience in developing strategic plans for company growth.
• Ability to execute contract management effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage full life cycle of supply chain activities.
• Ensure compliance in purchasing and logistics strategies.
• Track procurement processes and create reports.

Skills

Strong procurement experience in manufacturing

Negotiation skills

Analytical ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field

CIPS certification or working towards it

Tools

Procurement software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This Position reports to :

Procurement Manager

In this role you will ensure the implementation, maintenance, and compliance of the purchasing and logistics-related activities in the Procurement function to support the Leeds Manufacturing business. This role is pivotal in managing and optimizing our procurement processes for plastics and electronics, ensuring cost-efficiency, quality, and timely delivery of materials.

Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

What's in it for you?

We want you to bring your full self to work-your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

Work Model

Hybrid from our Leeds site (4 days per week on-site) with travel locally and internationally (up to 40%) to perform supplier visits and collaboration between other Emergency Lighting EMEA Procurement teams as required by business needs

Your Role and Responsibilities

In this role, you'll help run what runs the world, by taking on meaningful work that drives real impact.

• Takes full ownership and responsibility for Full Life cycle supply chain management
• Executes purchasing and logistics strategies to support the business by optimizing costs, quality, and reliability of suppliers and supplied products.
• Designs and implements plans and effective strategies for sourcing of products / materials to reach business targets.
• Supports the EMEA Procurement Manager in implementing effective sourcing strategies in line with business strategy to meet current and future business requirements.
• Drives alignment between Business Line procurement activities and division Category Team and strategy.
• Applies and successfully implements procurement standards, tools, and processes in their own area of responsibility to secure quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability.
• Tracks and drives the procurement processes and activities and creates and updates reports, as required, following the ABB standards.
• Resolves issues related to procurement cost, quality, and delivery in their assigned area in a prompt manner.
• Proactively implements Governance processes to track internal and supplier Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), quality issues, and implements related development actions.
• Executes and implements changes related to purchasing and logistics within their own area of responsibility.
• Ensures effective and transparent communication internally, externally, and between different units and centers.
• Supports and contributes to the achievement of Budget development.
• Develops and drives cost reduction plans to meet Business goals.
• Proactively manage supply base / number of suppliers for leverage and risk requirements.

Qualifications for the Role

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field and certification such as CIPS or working towards this.
• Strong procurement experience in manufacturing, specifically in plastics and electronics with the ability to execute Budget & Performance Management.
• Experience in developing and executing strategic plans to drive company growth and achieve long-term objectives.
• Contract Management : Handle contract negotiations, drafting, and management to ensure compliance and favourable terms.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills with a proven background of supplier management.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to analyse data and make informed decisions.

Benefits

ABB offers a full range of benefits to help you thrive at work and beyond.

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Competitive contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Flexible benefits scheme (Includes options to buy / sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts and more)
• Internal mobility opportunities, mentorships & access to projects globally
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous employee referral scheme

More about us

For the 5th consecutive year ABB UK has been recognised as a Top Employer in UK. Being certified as a Top Employer showcases an organisation's dedication to a better world of work and exhibits this through excellent HR policies and people practices.

ABB Emergency Lighting offers a comprehensive range of emergency lighting products, including exit signs and emergency luminaires. These products are designed to provide illumination during power outages, ensuring safe evacuation and visibility. ABB's emergency lighting products include the Emergi-Lite®Vanlien®, Kaufel® lines, known for their performance and reliability in commercial and harsh environments.

We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.