Supply Chain Procurement Specialist

Your new company
Hays are partnering with a well-established and innovative manufacturing organisation to recruit a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist to join their growing procurement and supply chain team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a business with a global supplier network, offering exposure to strategic sourcing, supply chain optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Your new role
As Supply Chain Procurement Specialist, you will play a key role in improving supply chain performance and supporting procurement objectives across multiple operational sites. You will develop and implement sourcing and category strategies, analyse supply chain data to identify opportunities for improvement, and support supplier negotiations, RFQs and supplier development activities.

You will work closely with internal stakeholders, global suppliers and wider purchasing teams to optimise inventory, improve supplier performance, reduce supply chain risk and deliver measurable business improvements. The role will also support demand forecasting, supply planning, inventory management and new product introduction (NPI) programmes.

What you'll need to succeed

Degree qualification in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, Engineering or a related discipline
Minimum of 3 years' experience within a supply chain, procurement or purchasing role
Previous experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment
Proven track record of delivering procurement or supply chain improvement initiatives
Strong supplier management and commercial negotiation skills
Experience working with global suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders
Excellent analytical abilities with advanced Excel skills
Strong understanding of inventory optimisation, supply planning and forecasting processes
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results within a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving skills
What you'll get in return

Opportunity to join a highly respected and growing manufacturing business
Exposure to international suppliers and strategic procurement projects
Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
Collaborative and supportive working environment
Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and business transformation initiatives
Competitive salary and benefits package
What you need to do now
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