Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist We are working with an exciting new start-up within the defence sector, based in Herefordshire, to recruit a technically capable and commercially astute Procurement Specialist. This is a unique opportunity to help build the procurement function from the ground up in a growing business, with responsibility for developing supplier relationships, embedding systems, and contributing to the operational infrastructure of the company. This hybrid role offers flexibility but requires a local candidate who can attend the site regularly as needed during this crucial setup phase. What you can expect: Salary: Highly competitive depending on experience Monday to Friday, office hours with flexibility Hybrid working arrangement with regular onsite requirements in Herefordshire 25 days holiday plus bank holidays plus an extra day for your birthday Enhanced parental leave Health insurance A varied role within a high-growth start-up environment Key involvement in shaping procurement processes and vendor relationships Involvement in strategic purchasing to support facility setup and operational readiness What you will be doing: Building and maintaining strong relationships with primary, secondary, and tertiary suppliers Negotiating favourable pricing, delivery terms, and service level agreements (SLAs) Forecasting procurement needs and monitoring stock levels Managing the company s contact and supplier relationship management systems Organising and processing ..... full job details .....