Procurement Specialist

17 hours ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Volution Group plc Full time £35,000 - £40,000
About the Role

Volution Group plc is a leading provider of residential and commercial ventilation systems. We are committed to delivering high-quality products and services that meet the evolving needs of our customers.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Procurement Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our procurement function, you will be responsible for providing support to our UK Head of Procurement and ensuring the effective management of direct procurement spend for VVUK based brands.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide support to the UK Head of Procurement in the management of direct procurement spend for VVUK based brands.
  • Lead cross-functional and site sourcing initiatives to ensure key stakeholder requirements are met.
  • Project manage multi-site, multi-discipline cost initiatives to completion, tracking and reporting progress monthly.
  • Develop and implement effective procurement strategies to meet business objectives.
  • Manage supplier relationships and negotiate terms and conditions to ensure best value for the business.
  • Monitor and analyze industry trends and demand to inform procurement decisions.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure procurement activity aligns with the overall Procurement Strategy and centralized Procurement Policies.
Requirements
  • Minimum 3 years' experience as a Procurement Specialist or similar role.
  • Good working knowledge of purchasing strategies and systems.
  • Strong analytical, influencing, planning, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to travel regularly between Southern UK sites.
What We Offer
  • Competitive salary: £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience.
  • 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Pension auto-enrolment after 3 months of service.
  • Health Assured Wisdom Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Boost Works Online discount platform.
  • Company Employee Referral Scheme.
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.


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