Job Description Job description Job purpose: Work closely with an integrated supply chain / procurement team and co-ordinate all supply chain engagement, to include our key customers and suppliers to maximise customer service and operating performance. Key Duties Purchase goods, materials, components, or services in line with specified cost, quality, and delivery targets Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials and communicate any supply issues which may pose a risk or impact on business operations Monitor market trends, competitor strategies and market suppliers Research and evaluate areas of opportunity and reduce costs where possible Deliver briefs, updates, and reports as and when required Develop creative and innovative procurement processes Develop ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, add value, aid business performance and work towards a strategy of continuous improvement Negotiate contracts, improved prices, and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings utilising negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods Assess and evaluate suppliers and undertake performance reviews to ensure contract compliance and manage performance improvement activities Ensure that a professional and consistent approach is taken in relation to all supplier relationships Essential Criteria Experience working in a Procurement position previously Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Previous experience of using an ERP system e.g. SAP, Oracle etc Knowledge of the local Supply Chain. The Package Competitive base pay 33 days holiday Company pension Fantastic L&D opportunities 1/2 Day Friday Job Type: Full-time permanent Benefits: Company pension Flexitime Free parking On-site parking