Procurement Manager

2 weeks ago

Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Full time
Job Title: Purchasing Manager

We are seeking a highly skilled Purchasing Manager to join our team at Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). As a key member of our procurement team, you will be responsible for managing and developing a procurement team to achieve operational targets while ensuring day-to-day activities are aligned with operational expectations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Ensure optimal delivery of supplier materials.
  • Achieve and report on year-on-year cost reduction, as well as critical period BU and Group Procurement Reporting.
  • Drive managed inventory reduction and working capital improvements.
  • Negotiate with suppliers and improve their performance.
  • Undertake tactical purchasing activities as required by the business, such as expediting, placing orders, maintaining production output, addressing quality issues, and resolving invoice queries.
  • Implement and drive strategic purchasing initiatives, implementing appropriate strategies in line with business needs and objectives.
  • Conduct supply market and supply chain analysis for all portfolio of expenditure to reduce costs and optimize added value.
  • Identify and monitor risks and vulnerabilities affecting key categories.
  • Drive continuous improvement within the supply chain and internal processes to support best practice.
  • Work with the supply chain, manufacturing engineers, product managers, and engineers to find solutions when supply issues arise.
  • Source new products and encourage innovation within the supply chain.
  • Ensure that processes and procedures are adhered to in line with Business Unit requirements.
  • Analyze technical data, designs, specifications, manufacturing limitations, and supplier capabilities.
  • Support internal initiatives on product development and new product implementation.
  • Come from a fast-paced manufacturing/engineering supply chain role.
  • Be organized, able to document, handle, prioritize, and deal with a high volume of projects and tasks.
  • Have experience in writing and interpreting contract documents.
  • Hold a full driving license and be willing to travel.
  • Hold CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply) certification.
  • Have knowledge of contract law (commercial).
  • Have project management skills.
  • Have experience in global sourcing and supply chains.
  • Have advanced purchasing techniques.
  • Be creative and analytical.
What We Offer:
  • A competitive salary.
  • 25 days of holiday, including Christmas.
  • A generous matched pension scheme.
  • Life assurance.
  • The option to join a private health plan.
  • Enhanced maternity pay.
  • A sports and social club with fun events and activities throughout the year, including a Christmas party.
  • Perkbox, our rewards app offering discounts from a multitude of retailers, a GP service, and a 24-hour Employee Assistance Program to ensure the health and wellbeing of our employees.
  • An employee referral scheme of £1000.
  • A cycle to work scheme.
  • Free onsite parking, electric charging points, and easy access to the city centre.

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