At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage the full procurement lifecycle and negotiate with suppliers for optimal results.
- Company: Join a well-known UK manufacturer in the automotive industry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary of £30,000 and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with a focus on collaboration across various teams.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience in a fast-paced environment during a transformative time in the industry.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of procurement experience required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Salary: £30,000
Department: Finance & Operations
Reporting To: Senior Procurement Manager
Start Date: ASAP – Must be able to start within 1 month
Are you a budding Procurement Specialist, based in the midlands? This is an incredible opportunity to further your experience in the automotive industry, at a time of enormous change in the industry. You’ll be moving in with one of the UK’s most well-known home-grown manufacturers, working with a company with years of brand recognition and long-term, stable financial backing.
You will be at the centre of procurement operations, responsible for:
- Supplier sourcing, management, evaluation, negotiation, and performance monitoring.
- Managing the full procurement lifecycle from purchase requisition (PR) to purchase order (PO) issuance.
- Reviewing procurement requests and ensuring completeness of business requirements.
- Obtaining and evaluating supplier quotations in accordance with company procurement policies.
- Leading commercial negotiations to achieve optimal pricing, quality, delivery, and service terms.
- Ensuring procurement activities comply with approved budgets and internal approval authorities.
- Generating and managing Purchase Orders (POs) through the procurement system.
Support procurement activities related to:
- Office supplies.
- Building and maintaining a qualified supplier database.
- Managing supplier performance reviews and supplier scorecards.
Ensure procurement governance and compliance by:
- Verifying procurement documentation is complete and properly approved.
- Ensuring procurement processes comply with company policies and internal controls.
- Maintaining procurement records and audit trails.
- Assisting with procurement reporting and spend analysis.
Partner with business stakeholders to identify procurement opportunities and cost-saving initiatives. Provide procurement guidance and support to internal departments. Participate in procurement process improvement initiatives.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, or related discipline.
Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of procurement experience.
- Experience in both indirect procurement and business/project procurement.
- Experience in automotive, manufacturing, FMCG, retail, or multinational environments is advantageous.
- Experience working within procurement systems and ERP platforms.
Competencies:
- Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously.
- Good understanding of procurement governance and internal controls.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/procurement software.
- Knowledge of UK procurement regulations and supplier compliance requirements.
- Experience supporting sales and marketing procurement.
- Experience in automotive OEM or automotive distribution environment is highly desirable.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Procurement savings.
- Supplier delivery and performance.
Purchasing Specialist / Buyer in Birmingham employer: ABL Recruitment
Join a leading automotive manufacturer in the Midlands as a Purchasing Specialist, where you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that values innovation and collaboration. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have access to extensive growth opportunities and be part of a team that drives meaningful change in the industry. Enjoy competitive benefits and the stability of a well-established company, making this an ideal place for early-career professionals looking to make their mark.
