Consortium Professional Recruitment are delighted to be working with a valued client to recruit a Procurement Specialist. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to play a key role in shaping procurement strategy within a forward-thinking and growing organisation.
The Role
As a Procurement Specialist, you will support the delivery of strategic sourcing and supplier management across assigned categories, ensuring best value and driving continuous improvement. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will provide procurement expertise to new projects, manage supplier relationships, and deliver measurable improvements in cost, quality, and performance.
Key responsibilities include:
* Supporting the development and implementation of category strategies.
* Managing supplier performance, compliance, and risk through effective SRM.
* Driving sourcing initiatives, negotiations, and contract management.
* Providing data and insights to support decision-making.
* Acting as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and contract compliance.
* Supporting new product introduction projects with category expertise.
* Leading by example and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and best practice.
About You
The successful Procurement Specialist will be proactive, detail-oriented, and confident managing both strategic and tactical procurement tasks. You should be able to work independently, build strong stakeholder relationships, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
Key skills and experience:
* A minimum of 2 years experience of strategic procurement
* Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
* Proficiency in supplier analysis and contract management.
* Strong IT skills, including MS Office and procurement systems.
* A collaborative, team-focused approach
* Resilient, adaptable, and able to thrive under pressure
* Detail-focused with a strong sense of ownership
* A positive, can-do outlook with a continuous improvement mindset.
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your procurement career within a supportive and progressive environment. You will be joining a business that values innovation, professional development, and delivering excellence for its customers.
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