Procurement Specialist

2 weeks ago


Lancashire, United Kingdom Cast UK Limited Full time
Procurement Role Overview

Cast UK Limited is supporting a leading manufacturing company in its procurement efforts. The successful candidate will play a key role in sourcing materials and managing supplier relationships, driving efficiencies across the manufacturing processes.

Main Responsibilities:
•⁠ ⁠Manage end-to-end procurement activities, from sourcing and negotiations to purchase order management and supplier performance monitoring.
•⁠ ⁠Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to secure high-quality materials at competitive prices.
•⁠ ⁠Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and cost-saving opportunities.
•⁠ ⁠Collaborate with internal teams (production, planning, and finance) to align purchasing with company objectives.
•⁠ ⁠Analyse purchasing data to assess inventory needs and support cost-reduction initiatives.
•⁠ ⁠Ensure compliance with internal purchasing policies and procedures.
•⁠ ⁠Drive continuous improvement within the procurement process.

Requirements:
•⁠ ⁠CIPS Level 5 (or higher) qualification is essential.
•⁠ ⁠Proven experience in a procurement role within a manufacturing environment.
•⁠ ⁠Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
•⁠ ⁠Analytical mindset with proficiency in data analysis and forecasting.
•⁠ ⁠Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
•⁠ ⁠Working knowledge of ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Remuneration:
£40,000 + Benefits

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