Acquisition Specialist

Siltbuster Ltd is the leading provider of responsive wastewater treatment solutions in the UK, serving a diverse range of clients across the country and abroad. As a senior procurement professional, you will play a crucial role in driving business growth and excellence through effective sourcing strategies, supplier evaluation, and relationship management.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrable expertise in strategic procurement within a manufacturing or distribution environment, with a strong track record of negotiating optimal contract terms and value for money. You will be responsible for researching and building an effective supply chain, achieving optimum prices and delivery times, and mentoring junior members of the purchasing team.

A competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000 per annum, depending on experience, reflects the company's commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, including pension scheme, medicash scheme, and employee assistance programme, you will also enjoy 25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays and increasing annual leave entitlement with long service.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Demonstrable strategic procurement expertise within a manufacturing (of an engineered product) or distribution environment.
• CIPS Level 4, or equivalent Supply Chain Qualification, or qualified by experience.
• Ability to negotiate with suppliers to achieve optimum contract terms, value for money and quality.
• Intermediate level MS Office skills, with ability to analyse data on Microsoft packages such as Excel/Word/PowerPoint.

Benefits

In addition to your salary, you can look forward to:

• Eligibility for company bonus scheme (annual and quarterly payments).
• Medicash Scheme medical expenses scheme (access to 24-hour online GP services).
• Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings not just salary.
• 25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays.
• Increasing annual leave entitlement with long service.
• 3x your annual salary life insurance (DIS).
• Support for development and training.
• Employee assistance programme (EAP) & access to Mental Health first aiders.
• Employee discount scheme (discounts/vouchers for supermarkets, high street shops, holidays and more).