Location: Manchester/Sheffield/Ripponden
Salary: £30 - £34,000 + CIPS course funded
Vacancy Type: Permanent/Full Time
Job Profile
Job Title: Graduate Group Procurement Manager
Function: [Specify if available]
Location: Ripponden / National
Reports to: TBC – Group SC Director
Responsible for staff: N/A
About our business
JLA is a mission-critical infrastructure solutions business offering services in Laundry, Catering, Heating, Fire Safety, Infection Control, and Air Conditioning. The company provides an end-to-end, on-premise machine supply and breakdown service under the name Total Care, along with additional products and services. Driven by a world-class Sales & Marketing engine, JLA owns and maintains all assets and has an efficient on-site operations team working daily with customers.
Role overview
The Group Procurement Manager will develop and implement procurement strategies across our group of companies. They will manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure the efficient and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. The role involves working collaboratively across all departments to optimise procurement practices. The procurement team is small and newly formed; the right candidate will work on projects across all sectors sourcing both direct and indirect goods and services.
Key tasks
Key Responsibilities:
* Procurement Strategy and Category Management: Support the development and execution of a comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with the organisation's goals. Drive category management plans for delivery and execution.
* Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on performance, cost, quality, ESG, and reliability. Maintain strong supplier relationships and manage performance to ensure on-time delivery and quality standards.
* Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contracts to secure favourable terms, including pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
* Cost Control: Implement cost-saving initiatives, monitor expenses, and identify opportunities for cost reduction without compromising quality.
* Procurement Process Improvement: Continuously improve processes to enhance efficiency, transparency, and compliance.
* Supplier onboarding: Lead and project manage the onboarding of new suppliers to ensure savings and performance improvements.
* Budget Management: Develop and manage procurement budgets, ensuring expenditures align with financial objectives.
* Compliance: Ensure procurement activities adhere to laws, regulations, and policies. Maintain accurate records.
* Supplier Diversity: Promote diversity and inclusion by engaging with diverse suppliers.
* Market Analysis: Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and emerging technologies.
* Risk Management: Identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies.
* Reporting: Prepare procurement reports, KPIs, and performance metrics for senior management.
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