We are looking for a Purchasing Specialist with 3+ years of relevant experience that is data driven, analytical and has project management experience to join our client s Global Purchasing department in Desford. What will the Purchasing professional do?

• Solicit supplier quotations, analyse cost breakdowns, update pricing records, and manage supplier communications.
• Lead and support resource projects, resolve procurement challenges, and address invoice-related discrepancies.
• Coordinate supplier onboarding processes and foster strong, ongoing vendor relationships.
• Work in close partnership with the Site Buyer and contribute to the wider Specialty Products and Site procurement teams.
• Leverage Team Centre for Change Notices and navigate various systems
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance performance across quality, cost, logistics, development, and management (QCLDM) metrics.
• Oversee the end-to-end procurement cycle: negotiating supplier contracts, evaluating bids, issuing purchase orders, monitoring deliveries, and managing inventory levels.
• Maintain up-to-date procurement documentation and uphold compliance standards
What experience does the Procurement Professional need?
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Ability to collect, interpret, and act on procurement data to meet business goals.
  
  Have you worked in Purchasing or Procurement within a busy manufacturing environment? Do you have an eye for detail and always strive to work to the best of your ability? If yes and you like working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, this might just be the opportunity you ve been looking for, Analytical Thinking: Skilled in identifying root causes and solving procurement-related challenges.
• Effective Communication: Proficient in conveying information clearly and professionally across all stakeholders.
• Project Management: Competent in managing and executing procurement-related projects from start to finish.
• Procurement Expertise: Deep understanding of procurement methods, systems, and tools.
• Systems Knowledge: Familiar with a range of procurement platforms and able to adapt to new systems quickly.
• Purchasing Processes: Understanding of procurement regulations, workflows, and documentation standards.
• Logistics Coordination: Awareness of supply chain logistics and inventory management best practices.