Procurement Specialist - Ballymena, Co. Antrim, United Kingdom - VanRath

Description

Vanrath are delighted to be supporting the recruitment of a Procurement Officer for a large and expanding manufacturing company within the Ballymena area on a temp to perm basis.

Salary - £30,000 - £33,000 (with opportunities for performance related pay)
~30 days annual leave
~8am to 5pm Mon - Fri, flexibility to work additional hours on occasions.
~ Private Healthcare/ Pension/ Employee Referral Scheme and many more
~ Life Insurance Policy
~ Company Sick Pay

You will be joining the expanding procurement team.

The purpose of the role is resource suppliers, negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services.

Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimise sourcing and supplier selection
Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvement within the procurement
production, operations, and finance to align procurement activities with business needs
Procure goods, materials, and services in line with specified cost, quality, and delivery
Work with the Head of Procurement in managing supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual agreements and quality standards, to enable
Work closely with others in the procurement function and review opportunities for continuous improvement and business
Extending supplier networking by building, maintaining, and managing supplier
Provide analysis / reports on costs for both new and existing
Compile data relating supplier performance and
Monitor inventory levels and forecast demand to ensure adequate stock levels wile minimising carrying

Act as an interface between suppliers and other relevant departments on purchasing processes, including communication and negotiation of resolution to any supply problems, which may impact the business.

Ensure compliance with company guidelines, purchasing policies and
Stay updated with market trends, industry developments, and regulatory requirements to inform procurements
2+ years of experience in procurement, or a supply chain role.
~ Strong negotiation and contract management skills
~ Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office
~ Ability to work independently and collaboratively with the procurement
~ Willingness to be flexible to suit business
~ Driven individual with experience working in procurement function.
Knowledge of procurement processes with strong attention to
Product knowledge of precast concrete
Full driving