At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead procurement strategies, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier relationships.
- Company: Join a dynamic organisation in the healthcare and life sciences sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, private healthcare, and strong pension scheme.
- Other info: Opportunity for continuous improvement and career growth in a regulated industry.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by ensuring high-quality goods and services are procured efficiently.
- Qualifications: Degree in Supply Chain or similar, with at least 3 years of procurement experience.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Procurement Manager
Reports To
European Head of Finance
Role Overview
Responsible for leading the end-to-end procurement function, sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships and ensuring the organisation procures high-quality goods and services in a cost-effective, compliant manner.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement procurement strategy and governance.
- Manage indirect procurement activities.
- Lead supplier sourcing, tendering and contract negotiations.
- Build and manage supplier relationships and KPI performance.
- Oversee the procure-to-pay (P2P) process.
- Monitor procurement budgets, spend and reporting.
- Drive continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives.
- Ensure procurement complies with legal, ethical and regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Procurement or similar (or equivalent experience).
- CIPS qualification desirable.
- Minimum 3 years' procurement experience.
- Experience within a regulated industry such as Medical Devices, Healthcare or Life Sciences preferred.
- Knowledge of ISO-regulated environments advantageous.
Skills
- Strategic sourcing
- Supplier relationship management
- Negotiation
- Commercial and financial analysis
- Stakeholder management
- SAP purchasing experience desirable
- Microsoft Office proficiency
Package
- Strong basic salary
- 10% bonus
- Private healthcare + dental care
- Life assurance
- Strong pension scheme
Procurement Manager in Slough employer: Kinara Group
Kinara Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Belfast that fosters innovation and collaboration within the life sciences sector. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to employee growth, we provide our team with the tools and opportunities to excel in their careers while making a meaningful impact in biotech and biopharma markets.
