Procurement Specialist

1 day ago

Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom FCC Environment Full time

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Procurement Specialist

Salary:
Circa £34,520 - £43,151 per annum (plus benefits)

Hours:
37.5 hours per week

Location:
Gloucester EFW, DY2 8YT

As a Procurement Specialist at FCC Environment, you will be responsible for procurement at the EFW facilities in Javelin, Gloucester and Dudley, ensuring the health and safety of staff, approved suppliers/contractors, minimising environmental impact, and achieving high standards of service and quality. You will report to the Senior Procurement Advisor.

This vacancy is for a full-time position, working five days per week.

Our promise to you

  • Competitive salary

  • 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

  • Pension scheme

  • Life insurance

  • On-the-job training and progression

  • Recognition scheme

  • Refer a friend

  • Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle to work scheme, Gymflex membership, holiday purchase, and more

  • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and the Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform

What will you be doing?

  • Implementing group procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and negotiating contracts to achieve cost savings and efficiency

  • Overseeing the full procurement process, including preparing tenders, reviewing and placing orders, and ensuring compliance with company policies

  • Collaborating with plant engineers and other teams to define requirements, resolve issues with goods and services, and support group-wide procurement initiatives

  • Monitoring purchasing activity, maintaining pricing structures, and preparing reports to track performance and support decision-making

  • Liaising with accounts payable to ensure timely invoice payments and supporting continuous improvement in procurement practices

What are we looking for?

  • Ideally educated to A-level standard

  • Minimum three years' experience in procurement and contract management

  • Experience in purchasing commodities and project management

  • Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel

  • CIPS qualification desirable

  • Current knowledge of best practice in procurement

  • Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team

  • Able to re-evaluate priorities and work to tight deadlines

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills

  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

  • Resilient and robust in managing third parties

About us

We are FCC Environment, one of the UK's leading waste and resource management companies. Our goal is to minimise the amount of waste that ends up in landfill by transforming it into valuable resources wherever possible.

Operating over 200 facilities across the UK, and employing around 4,200 people, we're on the frontline of tackling climate change. We need ambitious, innovative professionals like you to help us shape a sustainable future.

FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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