Strategic Procurement Expert

3 weeks ago


Chichester, West Sussex, United Kingdom Advanced Resource Managers Full time
Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Strategic Procurement Expert to lead our procurement strategy and develop long-term relationships with strategic suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Finding, evaluating, onboarding, and developing international suppliers
  • Establishing long-term relationships with key suppliers
  • Tracking and reporting supplier performance
  • Evaluating and proposing investment opportunities with suppliers
  • Creating plans, budgets, and deliverables to implement procurement strategies
  • Negotiating terms with suppliers to ensure cost-effectiveness, favourable terms, and robust service levels
  • Identifying procurement risks and implementing mitigation strategies to ensure continuity of supply and minimising operational disruptions
  • Working closely with the Commercial team to align Supply with Demand and deliver the Commercial strategy

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in Procurement, Sourcing, and Agronomy within the Fresh Produce industry
  • Excellent people management, interpersonal, and negotiating skills
  • A strong track record of effectively managing supplier relationships
  • Flexibility, open-mindedness, and adaptability to find solutions to challenges in a rapidly changing business environment
  • Bilingual English & Spanish or French
  • Advanced IT skills - especially planning software, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • MCIPS qualified preferred

About the Role:

This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to join Advanced Resource Managers and make a significant impact on our supply chain.

Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 per annum



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