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Procurement Specialist
Location: South Wales
Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 (DOE)
Hours: Monday to Friday (On-site)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Procurement Specialist to join a market-leading manufacturing company. This role is ideal for a strategic procurement professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about driving efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and innovation within the supply chain.
If you are a results-driven procurement professional looking for the next step in your career, apply today!
The Role
The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing effective sourcing strategies that align with business objectives.
Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting market research to identify and evaluate global suppliers.
- Negotiating contracts and pricing to secure cost-effective, high-quality goods and services.
- Driving cost-saving initiatives while ensuring compliance with regulations and sustainability goals.
- Managing sourcing projects, overseeing timelines, budgets, and resources.
Collaborating with finance, operations, and product development teams to align procurement strategies with overall business objectives. - Identifying and mitigating risks to ensure a resilient supply chain.
Key Requirements
- Proven experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management within an FMCG manufacturing environment. (food, packaging, pharma etc)
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
Project management experience, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. - Knowledge of global sourcing practices, trade regulations, and compliance requirements.
- ERP/MRP proficiency and strong analytical skills.
A keen interest in sustainability and ethical sourcing.
A degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is highly advantageous.
