We are very proud to be working exclusively with our sustainable and people first client based in Cheltenham who are on an exciting journey to achieve an annual turnover of £100m and beyond! They are an incredibly focused and motivating place to work, encouraging each other to be the very best they can be! As a Procurement Specialist, your role is to identify cutting-edge products and services that exceed client expectations, secure the most competitive agreements, and ensure a seamless supply chain. You will manage the entire procurement cycle from beginning to end, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and on-time delivery at every stage. From managing tenders and negotiating supplier terms to maintaining accurate product data and driving supply chain efficiency—you’ll be at the heart of it all. Responsibilities: - Identify and procure products and manage high-value tenders within strict deadlines. - Carry out regular performance reviews with suppliers. - Establish and track KPIs, evaluate performance against agreed SLAs, and negotiate favourable terms to improve cost efficiency and service quality. - Assist Business Development Managers and Account Managers with new customer onboarding and applications as required. - Maintain accurate product catalogues and ensure efficient order processing. - Handle invoice discrepancies and manage product returns promptly and effectively. - Monitor and coordinate timely deliveries from assigned suppliers, ensuring internal systems are kept up to date to reflect service levels and stock availability. Candidate Attributes: - Proven procurement experience - Exceptional negotiation and pricing analysis skills. - Strong Excel skills. - Ability to thrive under pressure with enthusiasm and self-motivation. - Excellent attention to detail and proactive approach - CIPS qualification (desirable, not essential). Our client is committed to ensuring all their employees feel truly valued and appreciated for the work that they do, every day. You will receive the following: A base salary of up to £33,500 per annum an annual bonus scheme of £3600 paid quarterly upon successful achievement of KPIs - Hybrid working structure with the flexibility to work from home for part of the week - A generous holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays, which increases with length of service - An enhanced family leave package to support you and your growing family - Life Assurance, offering peace of mind with cover equivalent to four times your salary - Access to health & wellbeing support – including 24/7 GP access, physiotherapy, and a confidential Employee Assistance Programme - Free mortgage advice from leading broker, available to you, your family, and friends - Feel-good extras – including volunteering days, onsite parking, free refreshments, cycle-to-work and EV schemes, flexible working options, and much more