Procurement Specialist

7 days ago


Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to join our team at Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited. As a Procurement Specialist, you will be responsible for sourcing and buying products for our industrial and M & E sector clients.

Key Responsibilities
  • Build strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and optimal value for the business.
  • Manage and resolve key supplier escalations, ensuring on-time delivery and minimizing disruptions.
  • Drive team performance against KPIs and operational metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing process enhancements.
  • Develop and introduce risk mitigation strategies to protect production and ensure business continuity.
  • Manage multiple resource/capacity projects with suppliers to ensure achievement of the 5-year plan.
  • Identify and drive cost reduction activities across the business, leveraging supplier relationships and market trends.
  • Develop and lead global supplier relationships to deliver tangible mutual benefits, including cost savings and process improvements.
Requirements
  • Experience in the Procurement sector, with a focus on industrial and M & E products.
  • Proven track record of sourcing and buying products, with a strong understanding of supply chain management.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify areas for improvement and implement process enhancements.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with multiple priorities and deadlines.
About Us

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited is a leading recruitment agency specializing in procurement and supply chain roles. We work with a range of clients across the industrial and M & E sectors, providing expert recruitment solutions to meet their needs.



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