Procurement Leader

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Procurement Leader in the Gloucester area. Reporting directly to the Procurement Manager/Team Leader, this role is responsible for managing supplier relationships, ensuring business requirements are met, and driving supplier performance improvements.

• Oversee a portfolio of suppliers to ensure business requirements are fulfilled.

• Participate in multi-site supplier business reviews with cross-functional teams.

• Work within a cross-functional team to manage successful supply chain work package transfers.

• Support the Supplier Performance Quality Leader (SPQL) in executing supplier performance strategies and initiatives.

• Manage internal stakeholder expectations to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
  

• Analyse, process, confirm, and communicate supplier requirements.

• Review and update supplier schedules.

• Identify and implement solutions to address shortages.

• Negotiate deadlines and quantities with suppliers to meet business needs.

• Oversee manufacturing progress at supplier sites.

• Manage delivery receipts and returns.

• Measure and analyse supplier performance in coordination with the SPQL.

• Develop and implement action plans for suppliers not meeting performance targets.

• Identify and address root causes of supplier issues.

• Provide early warnings regarding supplier risks.

• Communicate major program changes and monitor implementation.

• Develop and execute recovery plans aligned with program priorities.

• Schedule and conduct regular supplier meetings.

• Lead supplier visits, with site project managers as required.

• Analyse supplier performance (OTD, OQD) and collaborate with the SPQL to implement improvement actions.

• Hybrid/flexible working hours with an early finish on Fridays (4.5-day work week)

• 25 days holiday plus UK bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell annual leave

• Annual profit-sharing bonus

• Company shares scheme

• Pension scheme with up to 8% employer match

• Onsite subsidised canteen, bicycle storage, and shower/changing facilities

• Free onsite parking

• Access to a benefits portal, including life assurance, cycle-to-work schemes, technology & retail discounts, healthcare & wellbeing services, and more

• Opportunities for career progression and sponsorship of training courses

• And many more

• Strong working knowledge of MRP principles in SAP

• Experience in the aerospace industry is an advantage

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Effective decision-making and negotiation skills