Supply Chain Director

1 day ago


Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, United Kingdom SOCOTEC UK Limited Full time

Socotec UK Limited, a leading provider of testing, inspection and certification services, is seeking a seasoned Supply Chain Director to oversee and manage the company's purchasing strategy and processes.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in a senior procurement or supply chain management role, ideally within a multi-site construction, engineering or infrastructure organisation. They will be responsible for developing and implementing a robust purchasing strategy that aligns with Socotec's overall business objectives and drives cost savings.

A competitive salary of £65,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience, is offered alongside a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday with the opportunity to buy more, electric car scheme, employee recognition schemes, family friendly support, employee benefits and discounts app, employee assistance programmes and enhanced company pension.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement a robust purchasing strategy that aligns with Socotec's overall business objectives and drives cost savings.
  • Manage the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, from sourcing and negotiating contracts to managing supplier relationships.
  • Establish clear procurement policies, processes and controls to ensure efficiency, compliance and best value.
  • Lead and develop a team of procurement professionals, providing guidance, coaching and performance management.
  • Analyse purchasing data and trends to identify opportunities for improvement and cost reduction.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments to understand their procurement needs and deliver tailored solutions.
Requirements:
  1. SEASONED EXPERIENCE IN PROCUREMENT STRATEGY AND PROCESS MANAGEMENT.
  2. EXTENSIVE KNOWLEDGE OF PROCUREMENT REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND BEST PRACTICES.
  3. STRONG COMMERCIAL ACUMEN AND NEGOTIATION SKILLS TO SECURE THE BEST POSSIBLE DEALS WITH SUPPLIERS.
  4. EXCELLENT ANALYTICAL AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITIES TO DRIVE CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT IN PROCUREMENT PROCESSES.
  5. DEMONSTRABLE PEOPLE MANAGEMENT SKILLS, WITH THE ABILITY TO LEAD, MOTIVATE AND DEVELOP PROCUREMENT TEAMS.
  6. DEGREE QUALIFIED OR EQUIVALENT PROFESSIONAL PROCUREMENT CERTIFICATION.


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