Senior Procurement Specialist

106956
Leeds, West Yorkshire, England
Market related
Permanent
Advanced Manufacturing

Senior Procurement Specialist

Leeds

Experience Dependent + 10% Bonus

Hybrid Working

We are recruiting for one of the world’s largest engineering and manufacturing companies. Due to continued growth, they are seeking to add to their procurement function at their Leeds office.

Responsibilities & Duties – Senior Procurement Specialist

  • Assumes complete accountability for managing the entire supply chain life cycle.
  • Implements purchasing and logistics strategies to enhance business outcomes by optimizing supplier costs, quality, and reliability.
  • Develops and executes effective sourcing plans and strategies to achieve business objectives.
  • Assists the EMEA Procurement Manager in aligning sourcing strategies with business goals to meet present and future needs.
  • Ensures coherence between Business Line procurement activities and the division’s Category Team and strategic objectives.
  • Applies procurement standards, tools, and processes within their scope to ensure quality, delivery, cost efficiency, and sustainability.
  • Monitors and manages procurement processes, generating and updating reports as needed in compliance with company standards.
  • Swiftly addresses issues related to procurement costs, quality, and delivery within their designated area.
  • Actively implements governance processes to monitor internal and supplier Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), quality concerns, and drives related improvement initiatives.
  • Leads and executes changes in purchasing and logistics within their area of responsibility.
  • Promotes clear and effective communication internally, externally, and across various units and centers.
  • Contributes to and supports the development of the budget.
  • Formulates and drives cost reduction initiatives to meet business targets.
  • Strategically manages the supplier base to optimize leverage and mitigate risks.

Essential experience and qualifications – Senior Procurement Specialist

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field and certification such as CIPS.
  • Strong procurement experience in manufacturing, specifically in plastics and electronics with the ability to execute Budget & Performance Management.
  • Experience in developing and executing strategic plans to drive company growth and achieve long-term objectives.
  • Contract Management: Handle contract negotiations, drafting, and management to ensure compliance and favourable terms.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills with a proven background of supplier management.
  • Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to analyse data and make informed decisions.

Benefits – Senior Procurement Specialist

  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Yearly Bonus
  • Competitive contributory pension scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Flexible benefits scheme (Includes options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental, eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work, gadget discounts and more)
  • Internal mobility opportunities, mentorships & access to projects globally
  • Employee Assistance Programme

For more information on this role, please contact Andrew Haddon on 01453 796617 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk

Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

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