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Procurement Specialist

Ref: AS6059187

DN14 7AE

£55,000

  • Permanent
  • Cost Efficiency Improvement
  • Strategic Sourcing Specialist
  • Supplier Relationship Management

About the candidate

The candidate is an experienced Procurement Specialist with a robust background in indirect procurement, currently holding significant expertise in handling multi-million-pound spend portfolios. This professional has an impressive track record of driving substantial cost reductions and enhancing service levels through strategic sourcing and effective supplier relationship management. Delving into a recent role, they managed indirect procurement categories at a regional manufacturing company, substantially decreasing costs by 15% while also boosting supplier performance metrics.

In previous roles at a national retail chain and a mid-size technology firm, they further honed their skills in category management and data analysis, achieving a consistent 10% year-on-year improvement in cost efficiency and enhancing data accuracy and reporting capabilities. The candidate's collaborative work style and strong relationship-building skills enable them to integrate well with diverse teams, significantly impacting procurement processes and stakeholder relations.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction Expertise: Demonstrated ability to manage substantial spend portfolios, with a verified track record of achieving a 15% reduction in costs while enhancing supplier effectiveness.
  • Innovative Problem-Solving: Adept at identifying innovative solutions, streamlining procurement processes which significantly improve service levels and cost-efficiency.
  • Team Collaboration: Strong communicator with excellent team collaboration skills, effectively driving continuous improvements in procurement processes.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Sourcing: Proficient in formulating and executing sourcing strategies that achieve significant cost savings and strengthen supplier relationships.
  • Supplier Relationship Management: Skilled in nurturing and maintaining productive relationships with suppliers, optimising contractual terms and overall supplier performance.
  • Data Analysis: Capable of interpreting complex procurement data, providing insightful analysis and actionable recommendations to stakeholders.