In Direct Purchasing Manager
Contechs
In Direct Purchasing Manager
£89440
Contechs, Lighthorne, Warwickshire
- Full time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 2 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 76ca357c615447e684d89afd8b0fbadb
Full Job Description
- An exciting opportunity has become available within our Indirect Procurement (IP) function to lead a team of Buyers responsible for the procurement of a variety of Corporate Professional Services contracts (both time and material as well as deliverables based projects), across a number of key stakeholder groups within the Client's business.
- The role is responsible for working closely with key stakeholders to define both Strategy and Sourcing, as well as associated contract management and supplier relationship management, the role requires a high level of interaction with internal senior stakeholders and external suppliers.
- The successful candidate will need to be a flexible team player, with excellent communication skills and a high degree of commercial acumen.
- Key stakeholders are across HR, Global Finance, Industrial Operations (Manufacturing, Purchasing and Supply Chain, Strategy & Sustainability and Product Engineering, as aligned and fundamental in the transformational delivery of our Reimagine strategy for a sustainable future.
- The role provides significant visibility of a range of complex and diverse service contracts in support of value creation and operational excellence delivery at multiple levels within the organisation.
Previous experience in Indirect Procurement services category - Skilled and experienced negotiator in commercial issues including terms & conditions
- Previous people management experience
- Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities: Work with internal stakeholders and supplier representatives to develop and deliver procurement strategies to purchase services; delivering value for money and fit-for-purpose solutions.
- Manage numerous Stakeholders and determine best fit procurement route per project
- Manage a varied stakeholder group in developing strategic activities which form Strategic Category Plans (SCPs).
- Develop the optimal supply base consistent with the Strategic Category Plans (SCP) content.
- Manage supplier relationships and supplier performance Manage, plan and deliver annual budget savings
- Engage closely with key stakeholders to maximise Purchasing influence and ensure alignment with Purchasing processes and policy
- Relevant degree or equivalent (CIPS).
- Knowledge and experience of Category Management approach including strategy development and implementation, sourcing, contract management and supplier relationship management.
- Global outlook with experience of dealing with an international supply base.