Senior Analyst - Procurement P2 in Fife

b Overview /b p In this role you will manage the procurement of production consumables and related manufacturing materials, ensuring continuity of supply and cost-effective outcomes. You will work with Manufacturing, Engineering and Quality to forecast demand, optimize supplier performance, and implement replenishment solutions. You will lead or support negotiations, cost analyses, and supplier selections to deliver value-for-money. You will contribute to commodity strategies and risk management while promoting sustainable procurement practices. This is a hybrid position in Glenrothes with opportunities to influence production reliability and overall programme success. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li competitive salary /li li contributory pension scheme /li li life assurance (6x salary) /li li 25 days holiday + public holidays + buy/sell option /li li discretionary bonus scheme /li li flexible benefits scheme /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Procure production consumables (chemicals, adhesives, coatings, solvents) and ensure supply continuity /li li Monitor supplier performance on delivery, quality, cost, and lead times; mitigate supply risks /li li Support commodity strategies and cost reduction initiatives; engage in supplier consolidation and negotiations /li li Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality to understand material requirements and forecast demand /li li Implement and manage inventory/replenishment solutions (vendor-managed inventory, kanban, vending) to improve material availability /li li Manage shelf-life materials to minimize waste and inventory risk /li li Source, negotiate, and document purchases; perform cost analyses and develop negotiation strategies /li li Support supplier identification for new business pursuits and contribute to bid/proposal activities /li li Utilize value-based sourcing techniques (Total Cost of Ownership) and conduct supplier risk analysis /li li Interface with cross-functional teams and Programme Office to address technical/programme challenges /li li Promote sustainable procurement and supplier development; maintain supplier scorecards and continuous improvement /li li Manage the full purchase-to-pay cycle from requisition to payment; issue RFQs and ensure competitive pricing /li li Prepare data and briefing materials for management reviews /li li Lead or participate in supplier assessments and due diligence activities /li li Support Gates, MRBs, and EACs in supplier reviews /li li Communicate requirements (prime contract, terms) clearly to suppliers /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field /li li Flexible, positive attitude; effective in multi-functional teams /li li Related degree or equivalent; MCIPS/BA/MBA desirable /li li Strong verbal and written communication skills /li li Experience negotiating low-complexity, non-standard agreements /li li Problem-solving and dispute resolution capabilities /li li Experience with MRP, SAP, and PO processes /li li Administration of delivery, acceptance, and invoicing of goods/services /li li Ability to work in a fast-paced, regulatory environment /li li Knowledge of supplier relationship management and contract governance (Desirable) /li /ul ul li Collaborative mindset /li li Analytical thinking /li li Strong communication /li li SAP /li li MRP /li li Purchase order management /li /ul