Procurement Specialist
4 weeks ago
We are seeking a skilled Procurement Specialist to join our team at Jonathan Lee Recruitment. As a Procurement Specialist, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring a diverse range of materials, components, and services to support our operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Source and procure materials, components, and services to meet business needs
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure the best possible terms
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials
- Monitor market trends and identify potential risks or opportunities in the supply chain
Drive Cost Efficiency
As a Procurement Specialist, you will play a key role in driving cost efficiency across the organization. Your responsibilities will include:
- Negotiating favourable terms and contracts with suppliers to unlock significant cost savings
- Conducting regular cost analyses to identify new ways to save and improve margins
Supplier Excellence
We are committed to working with the best suppliers to deliver high-quality materials and services. As a Procurement Specialist, you will be responsible for:
- Evaluating and selecting suppliers based on quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness
- Leading performance reviews and managing supplier relationships to ensure full compliance with our high standards
Continuous Improvement
We are always looking for ways to improve our processes and efficiency. As a Procurement Specialist, you will play a key role in:
- Streamlining and improving procurement processes to boost efficiency across the board
- Leveraging technology to manage, track, and refine purchasing activities
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- 3-5 years of experience in procurement, ideally within a manufacturing setting
- A proven track record of successful procurement management in a dynamic, rapidly growing company
- Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to strike the perfect balance between quality and cost
- Stellar organizational and time-management abilities—juggling multiple priorities with ease
- Exceptional understanding and experience of contract management
- Proficiency in MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite
- A sharp, analytical mindset with the ability to conduct cost analyses and market research
- Exceptional attention to detail and the drive to deliver high-quality results within tight deadlines
- A proactive attitude, excellent problem-solving skills, and the confidence to make decisions independently
About Us
Jonathan Lee Recruitment is a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. We are passionate about helping our clients find the best talent to drive their business forward. If you are a skilled Procurement Specialist looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.
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