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Senior Procurement Manager

Ref: AS7804074

ME19 area

£65,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Sourcing Expert
  • Experienced In FMCG And Manufacturing
  • Data-Driven Decision Making

About the candidate

The candidate is a Senior Procurement Manager with extensive experience in strategic sourcing and category management within various industries including food processing and FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods). Their expertise is particularly concentrated in packaging, MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations), and indirect procurement categories. With a distinguished ability to lead cross-functional teams, they drive procurement excellence and constructive supplier developments, which contribute to substantial cost reductions and operating performance improvements.

Renowned for stakeholder engagement and high-level communication skills, this candidate is adept at influencing decision-making processes at senior management levels. Their analytical abilities complement their tactical approaches in achieving advanced procurement strategies, with a proven track record of using data-driven insights to enhance procurement outcomes—making them an ideal candidate for challenging procurement roles encompassing strategic management and operational efficiency.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction: Demonstrated capability in leading initiatives that have achieved a 20% reduction in procurement costs at a regional food processing company.
  • Operational Efficiencies: Instrumental in improving supplier lead times by 15%, contributing to enhanced operational efficiencies across European markets.
  • Data-Driven Insights: Adept at using analytics to support procurement decisions, leading to a 10% increase in contract compliance rates.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Sourcing: Expertise in leading advanced sourcing strategies that align with organisational objectives and market conditions.
  • Category Management: Proficient in managing multiple procurement categories, ensuring optimal supplier performance and cost efficiencies within FMCG and manufacturing sectors.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled in building robust relationships with stakeholders to boost procurement strategies and improve decision-making processes.