Strategic Procurement Specialist

Salt Separation Services Ltd; Milnrow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Salt Separation Services Ltd in Rochdale (on-site) is seeking a Procurement Specialist to join the Procurement department. You will manage procurement activities, run supplier negotiations, and ensure best value across the procurement lifecycle.

The company delivers desalination and water treatment solutions for naval, oil, cruise and industrial clients, with over 35 years of experience in RO plants and service. The role offers £35,000–£40,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience with procurement lifecycle
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Attention to cost control and value optimization

Responsibilities

• Ensure value for money throughout the procurement lifecycle, maximising profit margins by reducing cost of sales.
• Benchmark existing pricing and conduct market analysis to improve purchasing leverage.
• Undertake trade and market research to identify new or improved suppliers and address supply gaps.
• Support make-versus-buy decisions through robust cost and market insight.
• Obtain multiple quotations to ensure competitiveness and informed procurement decisions.
• Lead and support supplier negotiations, including pricing, lead times, terms, and responses to supplier price increase requests.
• Confirm all purchase orders in writing and ensure accurate, timely PO entry.
• Control payment terms in line with company financial strategy and ethical payment standards.

Job description

Salt Separation Services Ltd in Rochdale (on-site) is seeking a Procurement Specialist to join the Procurement department. You will manage procurement activities, run supplier negotiations, and ensure best value across the procurement lifecycle.

The company delivers desalination and water treatment solutions for naval, oil, cruise and industrial clients, with over 35 years of experience in RO plants and service. The role offers £35,000–£40,000 per year.