Procurement Lead

Department: Procurement

Role Purpose:

To oversee a team and take responsibility for all aspects of the organisation's material sourcing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide market intelligence and updates on new materials and applications to the Sales team.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with current and potential suppliers to position the organisation as their preferred customer.
• Support commercial objectives by negotiating optimal pricing to secure new business and foster long-term growth.
• Regularly review material costs and identify opportunities to maintain or improve profit margins.
• Monitor market trends and adapt to changes in material availability.
• Ensure that all materials purchased meet customer specifications and comply with relevant legislation and regulations.
• Work with suppliers and logistics teams to minimise working capital without compromising customer service.
• Collaborate with suppliers to enhance their On-Time In-Full (OTIF) delivery performance.
• Support ongoing product development by sourcing new materials and suppliers.

Please note: This list is not exhaustive, and responsibilities may evolve as the role develops.

Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate will have a background in manufacturing and proven success in strategic procurement, preferably within the chemical, healthcare, or food sectors. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated and ambitious individual to advance their career within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following qualities and experience:

• Proactive, determined, and hardworking.
• Demonstrates honesty and integrity.
• Educated to degree level, preferably in a science-related field, with a professional purchasing qualification (such as membership in the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply, CIPS).
• Charismatic, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.