Strategic Procurement Lead: Drive Supply Chain Excellence

National Oilwell Varco; Great Yarmouth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global oilfield services company is looking for a Lead Buyer to join its Great Yarmouth purchasing team. This role involves overseeing procurement transactions, mentoring staff, and improving supplier performance. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a manufacturing environment and strong skills in negotiation and problem-solving. Opportunities for career progression and personal development are available. Join the team to contribute to operational excellence in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Great Yarmouth purchasing team.
• Oversee daily procurement transactions including purchase orders and supplier validation.
• Manage direct spend with preferred suppliers.
• Monitor and expedite late purchase orders.
• Evaluate and improve supplier performance.
• Identify and deliver cost-saving opportunities.
• Support engineering teams on product changes.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Continuous improvement

Operational excellence

Job description

A leading global oilfield services company is looking for a Lead Buyer to join its Great Yarmouth purchasing team. This role involves overseeing procurement transactions, mentoring staff, and improving supplier performance. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a manufacturing environment and strong skills in negotiation and problem-solving. Opportunities for career progression and personal development are available. Join the team to contribute to operational excellence in a dynamic environment.