Procurement Specialist – Vendor Management
Location: Immingham or Damhead Creek
Contract Type: 12-month Fixed Term Contract, Full Time
Salary: £30,000–£34,000
Benefits: Pension, Incentive plan, 25 Holidays
About VPI
VPI is a leading power company operating in the UK, Ireland, and Germany. We tackle the big, systemic challenges in the energy transition.
Our portfolio includes reliable thermal power, battery storage, and carbon capture projects, delivering decarbonised, dispatchable, and flexible power generation to meet the needs of millions of homes and businesses.
The Role
Supplier risk management is critical to the success of our business. This role focuses on supplier evaluation, onboarding, and performance monitoring to ensure we manage our diverse range of suppliers effectively.
Key Responsibilities
Onboarding
* Manage the process from initiation to completed onboarding, collaborating with Requisitioners, Suppliers, Site Leads, and Legal.
* Negotiate and implement VPI Terms in collaboration with Legal where required.
* Maintain KPI completion timelines and new supplier onboarding records.
Supplier Rationalisation
* Remove duplicate suppliers in the system, understanding the impact on future requirements.
Supplier Details Management
* Identify and implement opportunities to enhance efficiencies in vendor management.
* Update addresses, contact details, documents, and attachments within Maximo.
Supplier Audits
* Re-evaluate suppliers and update documentation in Maximo.
* Identify and implement workflow improvements.
Categorisation
* Configure categories for Maximo (Tier 1, 2, and 3) in conjunction with Achilles for registered suppliers.
* Update and manage certifications in Maximo.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
* Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
* Good communication and negotiation abilities.
* Ability to work with procurement software and Microsoft Office tools.
* Knowledge of procurement procedures and supply chain principles.
* Problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
The Person
* Experience in a procurement or supply chain support role is essential.
* Membership or eligibility for membership with a relevant professional body (e.g., CIPS) is an advantage.
Why Join VPI?
Known for our ability to think and act fast using our energy intelligence, our mission is to enable the energy transition by providing the power we need today and tomorrow.
Whether you’re an experienced professional or looking to grow, VPI provides structured development pathways and competitive benefits.