Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager

This is a great opportunity to join a global business as a Procurement Manager, working from their European Head Office in Reading.

The aim of this role is to oversee the procurement strategy and manage the procurement process to ensure that goods and services are acquired efficiently, in a cost effective way, in line with company values and objectives.

The role:

• Negotiating contracts with suppliers, building strong relationships as well as managing quality and delivery standards
• Leading on tendering process to ensure the business is achieving targets for cost management, quality and compliance
• Management of budgets
• Market research and assessing pricing trends
• Work with the team to manage stock levels, avoiding shortages or overstocking
• Leadership of the purchasing team to achieve company objectives
• Reporting and analysis, using data to shape decisions

Skills & Experience Required:

• A proven track record in purchasing is essential for this role
• CIPS or CSCP qualified would be an advantage
• Experience with supply chain management and procurement software systems e.g. SAP or Oracle
• Excellent leadership and strong communication skills to lead a team
• A good understanding of the regulatory requirements and compliance standards for import and export
• Analytical, data driven and used to working with procurement metrics