Strategic Procurement Specialist

16 hours ago


High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Procurement Heads Full time

Procurement Heads: A Leading Wholesaler to the Building Trade

This esteemed company, with over 30 years of experience, has grown significantly in the last 15 years. With a current turnover of £30 million and ambitious growth targets, they seek a skilled Strategic Buyer to join their team.

The successful candidate will report directly to the Procurement Director and play a vital role in providing strategy and efficiency to the procurement function. Their focus will be on supplier relationship development and management for business-critical suppliers based in China and India.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials at competitive prices
  • Interrogating supply chains to identify and mitigate risks
  • Sourcing, evaluating, and selecting suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and responsiveness
  • Monitoring and evaluating supplier performance, implementing corrective actions as necessary
  • Collaborating with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and develop sourcing strategies
  • Staying up-to-date with market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to identify potential risks and opportunities

The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills, attention to detail, commercial awareness, and exceptional SRM skills.

Benefits:

  • Up to £60,000 salary
  • 15% bonus
  • Full medical insurance for the individual and their spouse or partner
  • Pension
  • Numerous perks


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