Procurement Specialist

Leicester Full-time £30,000 - £40,000 / Year
(£2,500 - £3,333 / Month)

Job Description

Join our team as a Procurement Specialist where you will play a crucial role in sourcing and purchasing goods and services. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential for this position.

Responsibilities

  • Lead sourcing strategies and supplier evaluation processes.
  • Ensure timely delivery of products and services to the organisation.
  • Analyze procurement data and trends to inform decision-making.
  • Develop and maintain supplier scorecards to monitor performance.
  • Coordinate with logistics to optimize supply chain processes.
  • Provide training and support to new team members on procurement procedures.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field
Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in procurement or a related field
Technical Skills
  • Contract Management
  • Market Analysis
Soft Skills
  • Leadership
Certifications
  • CIPS Level 6 Diploma in Procurement and Supply
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Understanding of Sustainable Procurement Practices: Awareness and application of sustainability in sourcing and procurement decisions.
  • Project Management Experience: Ability to support procurement projects from conception to execution.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health cover
  • Pension scheme with employer contribution
  • Training and development programs
  • Employee assistance program

Company Culture

  • Innovation: We encourage our team to think creatively and challenge the status quo.
  • Employee Empowerment: We empower our staff to take initiative and ownership of their roles.
  • Work-Life Balance: We support a healthy work-life balance for all employees.
Status: Closed