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Group Procurement Analyst

Streamline Search Ltd
Posted 13 hours ago, valid for 8 days
Location

Burgess Hill, West Sussex RH15 8GE

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Our client, a leading manufacturer of glazed partitioning systems and doors, is seeking an experienced Group Procurement Analyst to support their growth.
  • The role requires at least 5 years of procurement experience and offers a salary of up to £55,000.
  • Key responsibilities include analyzing procurement trends, managing supplier relationships, and implementing sustainable practices.
  • The position is primarily office-based with occasional travel required and provides benefits such as 21 days of holiday, a pension, and private healthcare.
  • Candidates should possess strong negotiation skills and the ability to understand technical drawings, ideally with a background in construction.

Group Procurement Analyst

Our client designs, manufactures, and installs glazed partitioning systems and doors across various sectors, offering tailored solutions with in-house expertise and local customer service throughout the UK.

Due to company growth, our client is looking to hire an experienced procurement professional to join the team as a Group Procurement Analyst.

You will drive procurement efficiency and cost reduction by analysing trends, managing supplier relationships, and consolidating procurement volumes across regions. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business goals, build long-term supplier partnerships, and implement sustainable practices. Occasional travel to sites across the UK, primarily around London, will also be required.

What's in it for you?

  • Monday to Friday - 9:00am to 5:30pm.
  • The role is fully office-based, but there is the potential to work up to two days per week from home after probation. In addition, you can work in either the Burgess Hill office or Canary Wharf.
  • Salary - Up to £55,000.
  • Holiday - 21 days + Bank Holidays.
  • Office shutdown over Christmas & New Year.
  • Pension.
  • Private healthcare scheme.

Position Overview

  • Conduct analysis and reporting on procurement trends to identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Leverage procurement strategies to drive efficiency and innovation across the supply chain.
  • Consolidate procurement volumes across regions to maximize purchasing power and secure better pricing.
  • Implement demand management strategies to optimize requirements and reduce procurement spend.
  • Manage and develop strong relationships with suppliers and expand the supplier base.
  • Foster competition among suppliers to promote cost savings and value creation.
  • Develop long-term strategic partnerships with key suppliers to drive innovation and ensure reliable supply.
  • Review and manage pricing agreements, discounts, annual rebates, and payment terms with suppliers.
  • Collaborate with internal teams (R&D, manufacturing, finance) to align procurement with business goals.
  • Review technical drawings and understand manufacturing and installation processes involved in systems.

Position Requirements

  • At least 5 years' experience in procurement with strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
  • Ideally from a Construction background but this isn't essential.
  • Self-motivated with excellent time management, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.
  • Strong relationship-building skills with suppliers and teams, alongside effective communication.
  • Ability to understand technical drawings and data sheets, with a background in construction or manufacturing advantageous.

*Please be aware this job description is a general overview and subject to change as per our clients' needs. You will most likely have to help in other related areas to this role.

Streamline Search is a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the United Kingdom. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying to this post you are granting us consent to process your data and contact you in relation to this application.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.