Job Title: Procurement Improvement & Analytics Specialist
Contract: 12 Months PAYE Inside IR35
Hybrid: 3 days office, 2 days home
Purpose of the Role:
- Drive procurement improvement through data analysis, root-cause problem solving, and process optimisation.
- Develop and maintain procurement processes, procedures, and user guidance to improve compliance and efficiency.
- Support Procurement teams and stakeholders while providing operational buying cover when required.
Key Responsibilities:
Improvement & Analysis
- Analyse procurement performance and identify opportunities to improve cost, value, efficiency, and service.
- Produce dashboards, reports, and actionable insights for stakeholders.
- Track and measure benefits from improvement initiatives.
Process & Governance
- Design and implement improved procurement processes.
- Maintain procedures, process maps, work instructions, templates, and training materials.
Change & Stakeholder Engagement
- Facilitate workshops and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support change management through communication, training, and adoption monitoring.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
Operational Procurement Support
- Provide buying cover including sourcing, quotations, purchase orders, expediting, and invoice resolution.
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree or equivalent experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- MCIPS qualified or working towards qualification (preferred).
- Strong procurement experience, ideally within energy or a regulated industry.
- Experience with SAP, Maximo, Ariba, or similar procurement systems.
- Proven track record in process improvement and change initiatives.
Skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
- Process mapping and documentation expertise.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to influence change and work collaboratively across functions.
HSE & Compliance
- Ensure all activities comply with Our Clients HSE, Ethics, and Compliance policies and procedures.
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Procurement Specialist in Kingswells employer: First Recruitment Group
Join a dynamic team in Aberdeen as a Senior Cost Controller, where you will play a pivotal role in managing costs for major energy and infrastructure projects. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture that values mentorship and professional growth, offering part-time flexibility to balance your career and personal life. With a commitment to continuous improvement and employee development, we provide unique opportunities to enhance your skills while contributing to impactful projects in the energy sector.
