Strategic Procurement & Supply Chain Buyer

OCS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Digital Learning through OCS Academy

Wagestream Flexible Pay access

Job summary

OCS is hiring for a procurement lead role in Manchester to ensure reliable supply chains, governance, and strong cost-saving initiatives. You will collaborate with account teams, develop supplier strategies, and drive performance across customer sites.

Responsibilities include evaluating new suppliers, benchmarking performance, and leading risk-based tendering to secure best value while upholding standards and overall strategy.

Qualifications

• Procurement activity aligned with organisational strategy.
• Develop and deliver supplier strategies and plans.
• Lead cost-saving initiatives with measurable benefits.
• Manage risk-based tendering and supplier performance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure supply chain reliability and governance across customer sites.
• Negotiate and deliver cost savings through procurement activities.
• Develop and manage procurement accounts in partnership with account teams.
• Evaluate and onboard new suppliers with rigorous benchmarking.

Skills

Procurement

Supplier management

Negotiation

Cost savings

Risk assessment

Tools

Contract management

Job description

OCS is hiring for a procurement lead role in Manchester to ensure reliable supply chains, governance, and strong cost-saving initiatives. You will collaborate with account teams, develop supplier strategies, and drive performance across customer sites.

Responsibilities include evaluating new suppliers, benchmarking performance, and leading risk-based tendering to secure best value while upholding standards and overall strategy.