Purchasing Specialist
Desford (LE9)
Initial 12 month contract (likely to be extended)
Working Hours 8am-4pm Mon-Fri (some flex possible with start/ finish times)
Have you worked in Purchasing or Procurement within a busy manufacturing environment? Do you have an eye for detail and always strive to work to the best of your ability? If “yes” and you like working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, this might just be the opportunity you’ve been looking for…
We are looking for a Purchasing Specialist with 3+ years of relevant experience that is data driven, analytical and has project management experience to join our client’s Global Purchasing department in Desford.
What will the Purchasing professional do?
Solicit supplier quotations, analyse cost breakdowns, update pricing records, and manage supplier communications.
Lead and support resource projects, resolve procurement challenges, and address invoice-related discrepancies.
Coordinate supplier onboarding processes and foster strong, ongoing vendor relationships.
Work in close partnership with the Site Buyer and contribute to the wider Specialty Products and Site procurement teams.
Leverage Team Centre for Change Notices and navigate various systems
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance performance across quality, cost, logistics, development, and management (QCLDM) metrics.
Oversee the end-to-end procurement cycle: negotiating supplier contracts, evaluating bids, issuing purchase orders, monitoring deliveries, and managing inventory levels.
Maintain up-to-date procurement documentation and uphold compliance standards
What experience does the Procurement Professional need?
Data-Driven Decision Making: Ability to collect, interpret, and act on procurement data to meet business goals.
Analytical Thinking: Skilled in identifying root causes and solving procurement-related challenges.
Effective Communication: Proficient in conveying information clearly and professionally across all stakeholders.
Project Management: Competent in managing and executing procurement-related projects from start to finish.
Procurement Expertise: Deep understanding of procurement methods, systems, and tools.
Systems Knowledge: Familiar with a range of procurement platforms and able to adapt to new systems quickly.
Purchasing Processes: Understanding of procurement regulations, workflows, and documentation standards.
Logistics Coordination: Awareness of supply chain logistics and inventory management best practices.
Competitive Hourly Rate - Umbrella OR PAYE
To apply, please submit a copy of your up to date CV clearly indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted.
The above represents a summary of the contract assignment. A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be explained in a key information document (KID) supplied to registered candidates