Senior Procurement Specialist

USTBC ABB Installation Products Inc.; Morley; Hybrid; GBP 60.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Internal mobility

Mentorships & global project access

Employee Assistance Programme

Private medical cover

Generous bonus scheme

Employee referral scheme

Zusammenfassung

ABB UK is seeking a procurement professional to lead and optimize purchasing and logistics activities for plastics and electronics in the Leeds Manufacturing area. The role emphasizes cost, quality, and on-time delivery with a hybrid work model and significant supplier visits.

You will support the EMEA Procurement Manager, manage the full procurement lifecycle, and drive cost reduction while aligning with business goals.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field; CIPS certification or in progress.
• Experience in manufacturing procurement, specifically plastics and electronics.
• Experience developing and executing strategic plans to drive company growth.
• Contract management: negotiations, drafting and management.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management background.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to analyse data and make informed decisions.

Aufgaben

• Work Model Hybrid from Leeds site (4 days on-site) with travel up to 40% to visit suppliers.
• Takes full ownership and responsibility for full life cycle supply chain management.
• Executes purchasing and logistics strategies to optimize costs, quality, and delivery.
• Designs and implements sourcing plans to reach business targets.
• Supports the EMEA Procurement Manager in implementing effective sourcing strategies.
• Drives alignment between Business Line procurement activities and division Category Team.
• Applies procurement standards, tools, and processes to secure quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability.
• Tracks procurement processes and creates/updates reports per ABB standards.
• Resolves issues related to procurement cost, quality, and delivery promptly.
• Proactively implements governance processes to track KPIs and supplier issues.

Kenntnisse

Supplier management

Negotiation

Data analysis

Procurement software

Microsoft Office

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field

CIPS certification (or in progress)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Procurement software

Jobbeschreibung

About ABB

At ABB , we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

Reporting Hierarchy

This position reports to: Procurement Manager

Role

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.

Your Role and Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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

• 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
• Private medical cover for yourself
• Generous bonus scheme
• Generous employee referral scheme

Recognition

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.

More about us

ABB Emergency Lighting offers a comprehensive range of emergency lighting products, including exit signs and emergency luminaires. These products are designed to provide illuminati