Strategic Procurement Leader (Hybrid) – Bonus & Benefits

Vibe Recruit; Caerphilly; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Employee benefits package

Hybrid working

Job summary

Vibe Recruit is supporting a leading manufacturer in Caerphilly as it grows, by appointing a Strategic Procurement Manager. The role, based in Caerphilly with hybrid working, offers a salary of £55,000 plus bonus and employee benefits.

You will lead strategic sourcing, supplier management and contract negotiations, collaborating across international suppliers and groups, with some travel and a focus on cost, quality and delivery.

Qualifications

• Membership of, or progress towards, a recognised procurement body such as CIPS or ISM is preferred.
• Demonstrable experience of contract management with international suppliers and end-to-end procurement processes.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams and international suppliers.
• Sound knowledge of strategic procurement practices.
• Strong negotiation skills to protect continuity of supply and deliver value.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing, negotiating and managing supplier relationships to optimise cost, quality and delivery performance.
• Lead strategic sourcing and new product introduction (NPI) projects and manage contract negotiations.
• Collaborate with colleagues across business units and with global suppliers.
• Lead cost-saving projects from supplier evaluation to final delivery.
• Support procurement governance activities including supplier assessment and contract development.
• Identify and negotiate with suppliers to secure optimal commercial terms.
• Analyze market trends and supply risks to identify cost-optimisation opportunities.

Job description

Vibe Recruit is supporting a leading manufacturer in Caerphilly as it grows, by appointing a Strategic Procurement Manager. The role, based in Caerphilly with hybrid working, offers a salary of £55,000 plus bonus and employee benefits.

You will lead strategic sourcing, supplier management and contract negotiations, collaborating across international suppliers and groups, with some travel and a focus on cost, quality and delivery.