Procurement Specialist

3 days ago


Greater Manchester, United Kingdom Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Full time

**Job Title:** Procurement Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled Procurement Specialist to join our team in Bury Head Office. This role will support the Group Head of Strategic Sourcing and the wider team with commercial support including risk management, supplier identification, planning and re-tenders across multiple divisions.

Responsibilities:
  • Close engagement with colleagues on matters including revenue budgets, embedding savings, and supporting business cases for new projects and/or investments.
  • Transparent and detailed presentation of proposed contract awards, sourcing changes and recommendations.
  • Utilising Group Finance platforms and templates for Purchase Orders, tenders and eAuctions to ensure financial and operational transparency.
  • Regular engagement with the Group Legal team to minimise risk and maximise commercial leverage via agreements with clearly defined service levels, KPIs and appropriate remedies for non-performance.
  • Engage acquisition business contacts to ensure rapid delivery of financial benefits arising from wider JD-Group commercial leverage.
  • Act as a trusted adviser and subject matter expert leading procurement projects across all types of services.

**Requirements:** Commercial experience within fast-paced omni-channel retail and/or relevant commodity/services experience with the ability to manage a high level of ambiguity or change.

**Benefits:

  • Incremental Holiday Allowance
  • Staff Discount on qualifying purchases across Group retail stores and online
  • Exclusive Colleague Bike Discount scheme
  • Discounted Gym membership
  • Personal development opportunities to learn and develop at work
  • Access to Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications


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