Procurement Lead

1 day ago


Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom Unimetals Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Procurement Lead to join our team at Unimetals. As a key member of our procurement function, you will be responsible for developing and deploying a sourcing strategy that delivers savings for assigned categories while ensuring operational excellence and continuity of supply.

With a strong background in the sourcing process and technical purchasing knowledge, you will lead cross-functional teams to develop and deliver category plans and strategies. Your expertise will be crucial in driving strategic sourcing initiatives, negotiating with suppliers, and building long-term relationships.

About the Role

As a Procurement Lead, your key responsibilities will include:
  • Developing new and alternate sources of supply, identifying cost savings and improvement opportunities, and reporting results to the Head of Procurement and the wider business.
  • Leading commercial negotiations for sourcing products and services, working with the legal team to formalize contracts with vendors, and incorporating total cost of ownership (TCO) models where appropriate.
  • Calculating and presenting annual savings, ensuring negotiations with suppliers safeguard continuity of supply, improve lead-times, control pricing, and mitigate risk.
  • Building internal relationships by spending time with stakeholders to understand their challenges and goals.
  • Working with and developing procurement tools as necessary, including electronic tendering, electronic signature, contract database, supplier catalogue portal, and spend categorisation tools.
  • Supporting tactical and operational improvements in purchasing activity.

What We Offer

As a Procurement Lead at Unimetals, you can expect a competitive salary of $120,000 - $150,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus benefits and opportunities for professional growth and development.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic company like Unimetals and contribute to its success. If you have a passion for procurement and are looking for a challenging role that offers room for growth, we encourage you to apply.

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