Procurement Director

22 hours ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom The People Co Full time

About The Role:

We are seeking a Procurement Director to lead our procurement function and drive strategic sourcing initiatives.

This is a hybrid role requiring both local and national travel, with a primary focus on cost reduction and process improvement.

The successful candidate will have experience in negotiating pricing and managing costs for assigned spend, as well as developing and maintaining relationships with existing and new suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Negotiate pricing and manage costs for assigned spend
  • Collaborate with the procurement team in execution of group strategies
  • Develop and maintain relationships with existing and new suppliers
  • Forecast price trends and maintain forward pricing for assigned categories
  • Identify continuous improvement programs for assigned category spend

Personal Profile:

  • Prior commercial purchasing/buying experience within the construction industry
  • Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret data and make informed decisions
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Salary: £80,000 - £110,000 per annum

Location: North of England (with regular travel to Midlands and North East)



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