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Procurement Professional

Ref: AS3196110

S80

£50,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Procurement Skills
  • Supply Chain Optimisation
  • Advanced Data Analysis

About the candidate

An accomplished procurement professional, our candidate brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record in the procurement and supply chain management sectors. Having meticulously honed their skills in a variety of demanding roles – from a procurement analyst at a regional engineering firm to a contract manager in a mid-sized manufacturing environment and a supply chain coordinator at a leading national retailer – this individual has consistently driven efficiency and cost reduction initiatives. They are equipped with exceptional communication abilities and adept at using platforms like SAP and Microsoft Office, facilitating smooth operational workflows and robust stakeholder engagement.

Driven by a proactive approach and boasting readiness to travel, they are keen to leverage their comprehensive expertise to deliver value to the SSNA Electrical Equipment Procurement Plan. Offering a strategic blend of analytical prowess and hands-on project management, they aspire to foster continuous improvement and maintain superior supplier relationships within a fast-paced, high-impact setting.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction: Achieved a notable 15% cost reduction by implementing a centralised contract management system in a mid-sized manufacturing sector.
  • Supply Chain Efficiency: Enhanced supplier accountability and operational efficiency through the development of supplier performance metrics and optimised communication strategies.
  • Advanced Tool Proficiency: Proficient in the use of SAP and Microsoft Office, enhancing analysis and management of cost and schedule performance metrics.

Areas of expertise

  • Contract Negotiation and Management: Proven ability to oversee the negotiation and management of contracts, significantly reducing costs by introducing efficient tracking systems.
  • Supply Chain Coordination: Expert in managing the full spectrum of supply chain processes, enhancing inventory management and procurement decision-making via advanced reporting systems.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Highly skilled in leading cross-functional team collaborations to meet project milestones and enhance supplier performance.