PROCUREMENT ROLE
Moray - circa £45-50k
Salary is negotiable based on experience. PLEASE NOTE - Will consider Procurement candidates from sectors outwith FMCG
Principal purpose of the role
You will work closely with internal stakeholders to identify requirements and develop sourcing strategies to reduce costs, improve supplier performance, manage demand, and mitigate risk across the business.
You ensure strategies remain aligned with business goals over time
You apply your knowledge of market information, internal business objectives and spend to identify strategic options
You prepare and issue requests for quotes, proposal, or information for suppliers
You act as negotiator with suppliers on pricing, terms, quality, and service
You ensure the development and implementation of contractual frameworks in close cooperation with the legal department
You document and manage supplier expectation, deliverables and key performance metrics as required
You will work with suppliers to manage contract expectations, delivery, and invoicing to ensure contracts are implemented and agreed on budget
You manage the development and maintenance of relationships with key suppliers
You ensure the incorporation of procurement best practices in all procurement processes
You interact with internal risk and compliance groups to ensure procurement strategies address laws, regulations, and risk policies
You assist the wider supply chain team with maintaining appropriate levels of inventory and driving out waste, risk, and exposure
Main Accountability's
Rules, Regulations & Procedures - Implement policies and procedures to conform to group practices. Develop if necessary, and implement safe working practices, equipment, and work environments in alignment with all appropriate regulations and best practices.
Continuous Improvement - Develop use of continuous improvement techniques globally to achieve operational excellence, efficiency, and differentiation from competitors. Maintain keen awareness of market needs, opportunities, and economic conditions. Drive customer and internal operational centred improvements. Ensure group consistency through best practice and communication.
Cultural Change - Promote positive cultural change around all sites, actively encouraging team approach, greater accountability throughout employee base and spirit of open, honest, and effective communication.
Best Practice - Work with the procurement team and wider business on plans to deliver best practice procedure and approach; procure to pay process, supplier negotiations and horizon scanning reporting.
Strategic Planning - Deliver against a clear procurement strategy to support continuous improvement and provision of an efficient service to internal customers.
Company Ambassador - Represent the business where required, presenting a professional and positive image of the business and activity
Key Characteristics
6+ years professional working, 3+ in a procurement environment
Experience in procurement of direct spend categories and commercial knowledge / basic contract law is a must
Experience in the food industry would be an advantage
Completed bachelor`s degree in business, finance, or a related field
Deep understanding of sourcing and business processes
Experience of contract negotiations is required
You provide customer orientated solutions with good negotiation skills
Confident in dealing with strong operational personalities and able to challenge effectively and not merely accept information provided at face value
Clear ability to "see beyond the numbers" and provide insight as to why the performance was as it was and how the future performance is likely to be impacted by market conditions
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral - confident and effective communicator at all levels, whether informal discussion or formal presentations
Passion for continuous improvement - can confidently & independently lead an agenda & drive it forward
Advanced English, Polish is a plus
You are able to influence and achieve results through relationship management and team orientation To apply for this role, please submit your cv to - Permanent Consultant - Angela McBrearty invites any potential candidates with further queries to drop an email in the first instance

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