Senior Purchasing Specialist

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Virtus Data Centres Ltd Full time

Virtus Data Centres Ltd is seeking a Senior Purchasing Specialist to join their dynamic procurement team.

This role involves managing daily procurement operations, developing and implementing sourcing strategies, and collaborating with stakeholders to achieve business objectives.

The estimated salary for this position is £60,000 - £75,000 per annum, depending on location and experience.

Job Summary:

About the Role:

The Senior Purchasing Specialist will be responsible for managing daily procurement operations, including purchase orders, invoices, and payment processing.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage daily procurement operations, including purchase orders, invoices, and payment processing
  • Develop and implement sourcing strategies to achieve business objectives
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks, and ensure timely delivery of projects
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and regulations
  • Manage budgets, forecasts and reports to track performance and make informed decisions
  • Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, vendors and partners
  • Analyse market trends, competitor activity and pricing strategies to inform procurement decisions
  • Implement process improvements and best practices to increase efficiency and reduce costs
Requirements:

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in procurement roles
  • Proven track record of delivering complex procurements and managing daily operations
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to think critically and make informed decisions
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders

Person Specification:

  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with ability to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines
  • Financial acumen and budgeting skills, with ability to manage and track expenses
  • Technical expertise in procurement software, tools and processes
  • Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with ability to secure deals and agreements
  • Fluency in English, with additional language skills a plus

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