At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead procurement activities, manage local sourcing, and negotiate with suppliers.
- Company: Join Lhoist, a global leader in sustainable mineral solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional development and autonomy.
- Why this job: Make an impact in procurement while working with diverse teams across the UK.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and SAP experience.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
Lhoist is a global leader in lime, dolime and mineral solutions, operating in more than 25 countries with over 100 production sites worldwide.
As a family-owned company, we are committed to delivering sustainable solutions while maintaining the highest standards of safety, operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.
We are looking for an autonomous & hands-on Operational Sourcing Specialist to join the Western Europe Procurement team, supporting our UK plants in Hindlow, Whitwell and Hartley.
The successful candidate will be based across both the Hindlow and Whitwell sites, working closely with operational, maintenance, engineering and technical teams.
This role combines operational sourcing, spot buying and transactional procurement execution.
You will manage local sourcing activities and purchases up to £200k, execute purchase orders, run RFQs, negotiate with suppliers and support Procure-to-Pay (P2P) activities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end procurement activities for local spend categories.
Execute purchase orders in systems.
Manage spot purchases and sourcing projects up to £200k.
Conduct RFQs and competitive tender processes.
Negotiate commercial, contractual and service conditions with suppliers.
Develop and maintain supplier relationships and monitor performance.
Act as the local procurement focal point for UK sites, providing support and guidance to stakeholders.
Execute, support and improve Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes.
Maintain high data quality standards within SAP, Coupa and procurement systems.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and procurement governance.
About You Bachelors degree with a relevant professional background.
Minimum 5 years experience in procurement, sourcing or operational purchasing within an industrial environment.
Experience managing tenders and negotiating medium to high-value contracts and sourcing projects.
Strong negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience using SAP and procurement platforms such as Coupa.
Fluent English (additional languages are a plus). xrnqpay
Able to work autonomously, build strong relationships and drive results.
Procurement Manager employer: Confidential
As a leading employer in the data centre operations sector, we offer an exceptional work environment that prioritises employee growth and development. Our collaborative culture fosters innovation and accountability, while our commitment to safety and operational excellence ensures that you will be part of a team that values your contributions. With opportunities for international travel and the chance to lead critical operations across the EMEA region, this role provides a unique platform for impactful leadership and career advancement.
