Procurement Officer / Assistant
Location:
Leeds - Hybrid
Function:
Group Supply Chain
Be at the heart of a £195M+ supply chain operation. Shape the future of procurement across the UK & Europe.
At
Cox
, our
Group Supply Chain Team
sits at the very centre of our UK & European operations — connecting with every business unit, influencing strategic decisions, and delivering value far beyond cost savings. We're the trusted advisors to senior leaders, the guardians of risk, CSR, and supplier relationships, and the driving force behind smarter, more sustainable procurement.
With
128 years of success
and a track record of growth through mergers and acquisitions, we're a business that's always moving forward. And now, we're looking for a
Procurement Officer / Assistant
who's ready to grow with us.
The Role
This is a career‑building opportunity for someone with a passion for procurement and a hunger to develop. You'll work alongside seasoned supply chain experts, gaining exposure to high‑value contracts, multi‑geography projects, and strategic initiatives that shape the way we operate.
Your focus will be on:
* Delivering measurable savings
and hitting quarterly procurement targets.
* Analysing spend
to identify efficiencies, harmonise suppliers, and reduce fragmented purchasing.
* Supporting major projects
across the UK & Europe, from contract management to supplier relationship optimisation.
* Producing insightful reports
and management information to guide decision‑making.
* Driving value
through negotiation, price harmonisation, volume aggregation, and total cost of ownership analysis.
What You'll Bring
* 2+ years' supply chain experience
(CIPS accreditation or working towards is a plus).
* A track record of delivering savings and managing contracts.
* Strong business acumen and the agility to work across a complex, matrix organisation.
* Confidence engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and a flair for analysis.
* An innovative mindset — spotting opportunities for improvement and acting on them.
Why Join Us
* Impact at scale
— influence £195M+ in annual spend.
* Career growth
— learn from industry experts and gain exposure to senior leadership.
* Variety & challenge
— work across multiple categories, geographies, and strategic projects.
* Values‑driven culture
— we live by the Cox Family values, with a focus on sustainability, diversity, and excellence.
Apply today
and take your procurement career to the next level — at the very centre of a business that's been growing, innovating, and leading for over a century.
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