Drive strategic procurement initiatives for a leading global engineering firm!
About the business: They are a leading provider of mission-critical industrial equipment and services.
Role: Manage financial performance, supply chains, and inventory targets. Lead cost-down initiatives, negotiate with suppliers, and improve supplier KPIs.
Responsibilities:
- Drive strategic cost reduction.
- Negotiate supplier agreements to achieve financial targets.
- Mitigate supply chain risks.
- Improve supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost).
- Analyse procurement data for opportunities.
Qualifications:
- Manufacturing purchasing experience.
- OEM/automotive experience (advantage).
- Degree/equivalent (preferred).
- Supply chain qualification (preferred).
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Competencies:
- Manufacturing/quality/planning knowledge.
- ERP/MRP experience.
- Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and lead initiatives.
- Proficient in Excel and data analysis.
- Basic engineering drawing knowledge.
Benefits:
- Generous holiday allowance + bank holidays.
- Competitive pension, health plan, life insurance.
- Share scheme, car/cycle schemes.
- Employee assistance program.
- Company membership perks.
ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.