We are working with a leading organisation to recruit an
experienced Lead Buyer to support a high-profile business
transformation programme. This role will take ownership of
complex procurement activity, working closely with international
colleagues, internal stakeholders and suppliers to deliver
strategic projects successfully.
The successful candidate will have a strong procurement
background and experience managing complex projects or
programmes. Although the position sits within an IT
transformation programme, candidates from a range of procurement
backgrounds will be considered where they can demonstrate strong
strategic procurement and project management experience.
Typical duties:
* Lead strategic RFI and RFP activity, identifying suitable
suppliers and partners
* Take ownership of complex procurement projects, working with
stakeholders to understand requirements and develop appropriate
SOWs
* Manage supplier relationships and contracts, ensuring
performance, quality and delivery requirements are met
* Develop and support supplier relationship management
strategies, working closely with internal stakeholders and
suppliers
* Drive supplier performance, value creation and the resolution
of commercial or delivery issues
The successful candidate:
* Experienced procurement professional with a strong track record
of managing complex strategic projects or programmes
* Confident managing the full procurement process, including
RFI/RFP activity, supplier selection, contracts and stakeholder
engagement
* Comfortable working with international colleagues, stakeholders
and suppliers
* Strong relationship builder with the confidence to operate at
senior stakeholder level
* Able to take ownership of large procurement projects and drive
them through to successful delivery
This position offers a lucrative benefits package, which includes
but is not limited to:
* Company bonus scheme, based on company performance
* Strong employer pension contribution
* Opportunity for paid overtime
* Generous flexi leave allowance, with additional days available
* Flexible working arrangements welcomed
* Enhanced parental leave, covering maternity, adoption, shared
parental and paternity leave, plus neonatal le...
Lead Buyer in Bolton le Sands employer: Eclectic Recruitment Careers
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