Procurement Lead

1 week ago


Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Michael Page Full time
Job Description

As a Category Buyer at Michael Page, you will play a crucial role in driving strategic business objectives and improving profitability. This is a challenging yet rewarding opportunity for an experienced sourcing professional who is passionate about creating value through efficient and effective supply chain management. We offer a highly competitive salary package, including £70,000 - £90,000 per annum, based on experience, with a flexible schedule of 3 days on-site and 2 days from home. The role includes a bonus, pension, 25 days annual leave (33 total inc. BH), carry over of 5 days at LM discretion, buy annual leave, and EV salary sacrifice scheme. In this role, you will be responsible for leading category management projects, developing relationships with suppliers, and providing solutions to sales challenges. You will work closely with the head of procurement to achieve strategic business goals and drive revenue growth. If you are a results-driven individual with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have a proven track record of delivering results through effective supply chain management. You will be able to analyze market trends and customer needs to identify new product and service opportunities, develop relationships with suppliers to improve pricing and quality of service, and create a long-term sourcing plan to drive continuous cost reductions and improved value. Additionally, you will have excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

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