Strategic Procurement Expert

5 days ago


Warrington, United Kingdom Arguile Search Full time

Senior Procurement Specialist

Award-winning Arguile Search is seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to lead procurement strategies and drive supply chain innovation.

About the Role

This is a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise in end-to-end sourcing, complex contracting, and cross-functional team management. As a Senior Procurement Specialist, you will play a crucial role in guiding and executing procurement strategies to support key business activities and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and mentor a team of procurement specialists, driving high performance and strategic alignment.
  • Develop tailored sourcing plans and design supply chains that maximize resource use, meet project specifications, and ensure efficient supplier communication.
  • Lead supplier negotiations to deliver cost-effective solutions while ensuring compliance with technical, quality, and safety standards.
  • Execute a segmented Supplier Relationship Management strategy that enhances performance, encourages innovation, and reduces risk.
  • Work closely with Category Managers and other functions such as Assurance, Project Management, and Engineering to deliver cohesive, effective project execution.

What Success Looks Like

  • Aligned procurement strategies that meet project and business needs.
  • Realized value in terms of cost savings, efficiency, and quality.
  • Strong safety, quality, and environmental focus across all supply chain processes.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Education: Degree-level qualification or equivalent, with CIPS membership preferred.
  • Experience: Significant background in a major engineering-based industry (e.g., nuclear, construction, aerospace, oil and gas, manufacturing).
  • Skills: Proven expertise in end-to-end sourcing, complex contracting (NEC3 essential), and managing cross-functional teams.
  • Knowledge: Deep understanding of supply management, supplier performance, and contract drafting, especially in NEC model cost frameworks.

Why This Role Matters

This is a fantastic opportunity to drive real results in a highly respected organization. With opportunities to shape project outcomes and a dynamic, supportive team environment, this is a great career move for ambitious professionals.



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