At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive procurement strategies and manage supplier relationships for diverse spend categories.
- Company: Leading international manufacturing and distribution organisation based in South Wales.
- Benefits: Salary up to £50k, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a forward-thinking team where procurement is key to business success.
- Why this job: Shape procurement strategy and make a real impact in a growing organisation.
- Qualifications: Proven procurement experience and strong negotiation skills required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
Procurement Specialist for manufacturing and distribution organisation based near Aberdare.
Your New Company
Hays are delighted to be partnering with a leading international manufacturing and distribution organisation headquartered in South Wales to recruit an experienced Indirects Procurement Specialist. Operating across multiple international markets, the organisation is committed to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and sustainable business growth. This is a newly created opportunity offering significant scope to influence procurement strategy, drive commercial value, and establish best practice procurement processes across the wider business.
Your New Role
As Procurement Specialist, you will take ownership of a diverse portfolio of indirect spend categories including logistics and carriage, IT and systems, facilities management, utilities, and professional services. Reporting directly to the Group Financial Controller, you will play a key role in identifying cost-saving opportunities, strengthening supplier performance, and mitigating commercial risk. Initially supporting UK operations, the role will also contribute to procurement initiatives across international subsidiaries, providing an excellent opportunity to make a tangible impact within a growing organisation.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Developing and implementing procurement strategies across key spend categories
- Identifying and delivering sustainable cost-saving initiatives
- Managing supplier sourcing, selection, negotiation and performance
- Leading contract negotiations, renewals and supplier reviews
- Monitoring supplier compliance and mitigating commercial risk
- Producing spend analysis and procurement performance reports for senior stakeholders
- Supporting budgeting and forecasting activities through procurement insights
- Building strong relationships across Finance, IT, HR, Regulatory and Operational teams
- Promoting ethical sourcing, sustainability initiatives and procurement governance best practice
- Supporting the development of procurement processes and standards across the wider group
What You'll Need to Succeed
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Proven procurement experience within a UK commercial environment
- A strong track record of delivering measurable cost savings and commercial value
- Experience managing indirect spend categories and supplier relationships
- Strong contract negotiation and supplier management skills
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication capabilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of UK commercial and procurement compliance requirements
- Experience of ERP or procurement systems, ideally SAP Business One or similar
What You'll Get in Return
In return, you'll join a forward-thinking and growing organisation where procurement is recognised as a key business function. You'll have the opportunity to shape procurement strategy, influence senior stakeholders, and contribute to business performance across both UK and international operations. The organisation offers a salary up to £50k, a comprehensive benefits package, and excellent opportunities for professional development and progression.
What You Need to Do Now
If you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to submit your up-to-date CV, or contact Hays Procurement & Supply Chain for a confidential discussion about your career.
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