Procurement Officer
Location: Ely, Cambridgeshire
Hours: Monday – Friday 9am – 5:30pm
Salary: £Negotiable depending on experience
Duration: Permanent
Benefits: 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, free onsite gym, lunch on the last Friday of every month, 1 x charity day off per annum, access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with wellbeing support, cycle to work scheme, regular social and team-building events and hybrid working after a successful probationary period.
We are working with a growing international business known for its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and a people first culture.
We are looking for a proactive and resourceful Procurement Officer to join our client’s dynamic team. You will play a key role in sourcing, supplier management, and cross functional project support across departments including Sales, Logistics, Quality and Finance.
Who are we?
We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search.
Job Duties:
* Taking the lead on decision-making and supplier relationship strategies
* Using databases and sourcing tools to find the best suppliers
* Collaborating with teams across the business to drive results and resolve issues
* Supporting the international procurement functions
* Occasional travelling for site audits and trade shows
* Pre-selecting and negotiating with vendors to meet quality, cost, and timeline targets
* Analysing inventory and identifying opportunities for smarter procurement
* Managing orders from placement through to delivery, reporting issues and following up on any delays
What we are looking for:
* Prior experience in procurement or purchasing is essential
* A confident communicator with experience in negotiation
* Someone who can build strong supplier relationships
* Detail-driven with solid Microsoft Office skills and research abilities
* Occasional travel may be required in this role
* Procurement or Purchasing qualifications would be an advantage
So, are you ready for your next job in Procurement? Hit on the apply button today.
If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy