Procurement Specialist
Glouceter or Dudley
£-Attractive salary plus benefits
This leading waste operator is looking to recruit a Procurement Specialist to take responsibility for the procurement of all parts, material and commodities at two of the company’s Energy from Waste facilities.
Key Responsibilities include:
* Implementing group procurement strategy, managing supplier relationships, and negotiating contracts to achieve cost savings and efficiency.
* Overseeing the full procurement process, including preparing tenders, reviewing and placing orders, and ensuring compliance with company policies.
* Collaborating with plant engineers and other teams to define requirements, resolve issues with goods and services, and support group-wide procurement initiatives.
* Monitoring purchasing activity, maintaining pricing structures, and preparing reports to track performance and support decision-making.
* Liaising with accounts payable to ensure timely invoice payments and supporting continuous improvement in procurement practices.
Candidate Requirements:
* Ideally educated to “A” level standard
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in procurement and contract management
* Experience in purchasing commodities and project management
* Proficient in use of MS Office, especially Excel
* CIPS qualification desirable
* Current knowledge of best practice in procurement
* Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team
* Able to re-evaluate priorities and work to tight deadlines
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills
This is a full-time, permanent opportunity working 37.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri and can be based at the company’s Energy from Waste facilities in Gloucester or Dudley.
Ref: J9632