Procurement Specialist

To manage and develop the day-to-day procurement activities of the business, ensuring goods and services are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively and in line with business requirements, quality standards and company procedures.

Department

Operations - Procurement

Location

Snetterton, United Kingdom

Key Responsibilities

Procurement and Supplier Management

• Manage the end-to-end purchase order process, ensuring orders are raised accurately and in accordance with company procedures and delegated authority.
• Review supplier options and quotations, assessing value for money, quality, lead times and suitability against business requirements.
• Make informed recommendations on supplier selection, balancing commercial considerations with quality and delivery requirements.
• Develop effective working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support reliable supply and resolve purchasing issues.
• Monitor supplier performance and address issues relating to cost, quality or delivery, escalating where appropriate.
• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing arrangements, reduce costs and achieve better value for the business.

Purchase Order and Delivery Management

• Establish and maintain a systematic approach to tracking purchase orders, providing clear visibility of order status and expected delivery dates.
• Proactively monitor outstanding orders and liaise with suppliers and internal teams to address delays or potential supply issues.
• Ensure purchasing activity supports project requirements and minimises the risk of disruption to business operations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date purchasing records within the relevant business systems.

Systems and Process Improvement

• Maintain and improve procurement processes, ensuring they remain effective, consistent and aligned with company requirements.
• Use procurement and business systems, including Sage and IFS, to manage purchasing activity and maintain accurate information.
• Use Excel and other Microsoft Office applications to analyse purchasing information, monitor orders and support reporting.
• Work in accordance with relevant company procedures and contribute to compliance with ISO 9001 quality management requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, visibility and control across the procurement process.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Essential

• Minimum of three years' experience in a procurement or purchasing role.
• Procurement knowledge and practical capability broadly equivalent to CIPS Level 4, including an understanding of supplier selection, purchasing processes, commercial considerations and supplier performance.
• Experience managing purchase orders and monitoring supplier deliveries.
• Ability to assess supplier options, considering cost, quality, lead times and business requirements.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the wider Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience using purchasing or ERP systems, ideally Sage and IFS.
• Understanding of the importance of accurate purchasing records, process compliance and quality standards.

Desirable

• CIPS qualification, ideally Level 4, or working towards a relevant professional procurement qualification.
• Experience working within an ISO 9001 quality management environment.
• Experience arranging international business travel.
• Experience supporting, coaching or providing guidance to colleagues.
• Experience identifying and implementing procurement process improvements or cost-saving opportunities.

Person Specification

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Commercially aware, with the ability to balance cost, quality and delivery when making purchasing decisions.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain accurate records.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving, taking ownership of issues and driving them through to resolution.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to assess information and make informed decisions.
• Confident using initiative and exercising sound judgement within agreed processes and levels of authority.
• Collaborative team player, willing to support colleagues and provide cover where required.
• Adaptable and comfortable responding to changing business and project requirements.
• Committed to continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to improve processes and achieve better value.
• Professional, dependable and able to handle commercially sensitive information with discretion.
• Able to remain calm and effective under pressure.

#J-18808-Ljbffr