An established manufacturing client based in the DE21 are seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist.
This is a 12month FTC contract hybrid role that will involve some travelling to our sites
Key Duties

• Develop and implement category management strategies:
• Leading contract negotiations with suppliers
• Purchase Ordering
• Work with suppliers to leverage savings and build long-term relationships.
• Work with and develop a set of procurement tools as necessary including electronic tendering, electronic signature, contract database, supplier catalogue portal and spend categorisation tools.
• Monitor and report key procurement metrics such as savings delivered and volume of Purchase Orders
• Carry out any other purchasing duties as may arise from time to time.

• Good technical purchasing knowledge – processes, systems
• Stakeholder engagement and project delivery
• Purchase Ordering
• Good computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word and Excel
• Strong commercial acumen, Analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines