Procurement Lead - Northampton, United Kingdom - Butler Rose Ltd

Butler Rose Ltd
Butler Rose Ltd
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Northampton, United Kingdom

1 month ago

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Butler Rose is delighted to be recruiting for a Procurement Lead job for our excellent client who have a growing global Procurement function.


About the company:

They a dynamic and innovative organisation that thrives on making a difference. Their procurement team plays a crucial role in driving cost savings, operational efficiency, supplier management, and risk mitigation.

They are committed to excellence and are looking for a Procurement Lead to join our team and contribute to our continued success.


Why Join Them:


Opportunity for Impact:

In our ever-changing business environment, you will have the chance to pioneer effective ways to meet and exceed your responsibilities.

the team encourages innovation and provide a platform for you to make a real difference.


Collaborative Work Environment:
We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment, where you can work both independently and collaboratively. We believe in growth and development within our team, and we provide opportunities for your personal and professional advancement.


Challenging and Rewarding Work:

As the Procurement Lead, you will tackle exciting challenges, negotiate contracts, build supplier relationships, analyse business trends, and optimise purchasing practices.

Your efforts will directly contribute to their success and bottom line.


Global Exposure:

You will work with various stakeholders internally and externally, including regional and global teams, strategic suppliers, and support functions.

This role offers exposure to diverse perspectives and the opportunity to work on a global scale.


About the Role:


As the Procurement Lead, you will be instrumental in managing their strategic procurement operations, with a specific focus on indirect spend.

You will provide sourcing support to our regional Business Partners, handling categories not managed by the Global Category Management team or requiring local sourcing.

Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing effective procurement strategies, overseeing a team of procurement specialists/buyers, and driving cost savings through optimised purchasing processes.


What you can bring:

Our client value expertise and experience.

To succeed in this role, you should possess the following:


Proven Experience:
Demonstrated experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, and supplier management, in a leadership role.


Procurement Best Practices:
Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, market dynamics, and legal/regulatory requirements in the UK and Ireland.


Leadership Skills:
Ability to manage and develop a team, creating a collaborative and high-performance culture.


Negotiation and Analysis:
Excellent negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management skills. Proficiency in data analysis, financial acumen, and translating insights into actionable strategies.


Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.


Procurement Tools and Systems:
Proficiency in procurement tools, systems, and software.

This is fantastic opportunity to gain some great exposure within a dynamic procurement function.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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