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Procurement Lead

2 months ago


Wellingborough UK, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Scott Bader Full time

As our new Procurement Lead, you’ll ensure delivery of all Procurement targets; site specific procurement and local implementation of Group-led and Site-led spend and supplier performance.


Description for External Candidates


You will develop strategic sourcing strategies, that deliver benefits in working capital improvement, cost reduction, supplier rationalisation, process improvement & cost control.

You’ll ensure the efficient and effective strategic procurement of defined portfolio of raw materials and packaging and build on/develop current & future suppliers relationships and supply strategies in line with Scott Bader strategies to maximise supply security, the contribution to business profitability & cash flow, support business growth and ensure policy compliance.

Some of your key responsibilities:

  • You’ll develop, implement & maintain global category strategies in line with the evolving strategic plans of the business.
  • You will lead the local Procurement engagement with key business stakeholders & associated processes (e.g. R&T; S&OP; Operations etc) to ensure alignment of procurement/category strategies & objectives.
  • You’ll negotiate and develop formal supply agreements for your defined portfolio of critical raw materials to deliver supply security at favourable commercial terms for existing and new supply chains enhancing contribution to business profitability, cash flow and business growth.
  • You will undertake spend and budget analysis and employ SRM/procurement tools to identify supply-side risks and saving opportunities and agree action plans to enable implementation/delivery and ensure these are captured within site and Group Category plans.
  • You’ll Lead site formal EHS/QA supplier assessments & audits in accordance with the businesses evolving needs.

What do I need to be successful in this role?

  • You hold well-developed strategic and change management skills with experience of the utilisation of ERP systems, and specifically mainframe MRP & data analysis systems.
  • You’re a well-rounded procurement professional with a real drive to deliver on strategic advancements, MCIPS would be a real plus.
  • You’ll have previous experience of direct, indirect & Capex procurement best practice.
  • You are a whizz at the defining, writing and implementation of category plans and strategies.
  • We would love you to have previous experience of working within a chemical manufacturing business although this is not essential.

What’s in it for me?

  • A competitive salary alongside inclusion into our company bonus scheme. Our Group Staff Bonus & Profit Performance Pay bonus scheme reinforces the Scott Bader principle of working together for a common goal and sharing in our successes.
  • Enhanced employer pension contribution whereby Scott Bader will contribute a maximum of 2x your contribution, up to a maximum of 10%.
  • Private medical insurance alongside a host of further discounts and employee benefit schemes
  • 25 days annual leave entitlement plus Bank Holidays – We also offer the opportunity to purchase an additional 5 day’s annual leave in case you need a couple of extra days.
  • We offer all our employees one full day per year to complete volunteering work of your choice which is fully paid. Alongside this, if you are thinking about fundraising for your favourite charity or local community event, we will happily match the funds that you have raised up to a maximum of £1000 in any one year.
  • Our Head Office sits within 44 acres of Northamptonshire countryside, nestled within the village of Wollaston. Access to free onsite car parking, electric car charging points, discounted cafeteria and even an onsite swimming pool.



Who are Scott Bader?

Scott Bader is an employee-owned global manufacturer of advanced composites, structural adhesives and functional polymers. Established in 1921, we have a century of expertise in manufacturing high-quality, innovative products for a variety of markets around the world. Scott Bader now employs 800 people across 7 manufacturing sites and 18 offices worldwide.

We are committed to expanding our global reach, with recent ventures including North America, India, Japan and Australia, while continuing to build on our reputation for innovation, outstanding quality and technical expertise.

Scott Bader is different to most other companies. Our business is based on the simple principle of maintaining a balance between our social purpose and business needs. In 1951 we became the first UK company to hold a Common Ownership Certificate when the Bader family handed over their shares to The Scott Bader Commonwealth Limited – in simple terms, this means that Scott Bader colleagues own and are responsible for the success and overall wellbeing of the company.


Diversity & Inclusion

Our aim is to create an environment that is welcoming to all people, and ensures we treat each other and customers with respect. We appreciate different and fresh ways of thinking, encouraging innovation where colleagues feel they can express their views freely, and create a working atmosphere in which everyone is able to deliver a high-quality service.