Portfolio Procurement

Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our leading public sector client to recruit for a Head of Supplier Relationships This role will be charged with leading and developing strategic engagement with the client base. Main purpose of the job Fostering strong collaborative relationships Lead post-delivery framework management Developing and implementing a supplier engagement strategy Manage the post-delivery framework management process, liaising cross-functionally with central and regional teams Act as the senior escalation point Manage and host framework meetings Implement and engagement strategy with suppliers Support promotion & pretender agreements Monitor and manage industry trends along with industry opportunities Promote and drive supplier innovation Job Requirements Experience in a Supplier Relationship management role Strong knowledge of public sector procurement and frameworks Happy to travel across the UK Excellent communication skills including the ability to communicate and manage internal and external stakeholders Benefits Hybrid working Very generous pension contribution Discretionary annual bonus 34 days holiday plus bank holidays with the option to buy more if required Individual training budget Employee assistance programme 50613DHR2 INDPRO Portfolio Payroll Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Portfolio Procurement are recruiting for an experienced Demand Planner for a leading FMCG client based in Hertfordshire. This role offers hybrid working arrangements. The Role : Implement the new forecasts Support the Monthly S&OP meeting Builds strong relationships with both sales and supply chain departments Experience : Experience in a similar demand Planning Role Good Excel knowledge. Minimum level includes, pivot tables, vlookups, sum/ifs, basic formula's Attention to detail with strong analytical skills Excellent communicator. Comfortable presenting to all management levels 50435DHR2 INDPRO Portfolio Payroll Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our leading client based in Wales to recruit for a Material Planner. This is a great opportunity to work for a globally known exciting business. The role: Analysing and maintaining the MRP System and data integrity. Issue Purchase Order Schedules and rolling Forecasts for production direct, consumables and Kanban components. Provide accurate information to Suppliers and the IWT Operations Team. Daily planning of incoming raw material & bought-in-parts from Suppliers to meet the production plan. Responsible for Supplier contact in relation to Order Management, Forecasts, and general Commercial enquiries. Take immediate action to minimise potential disruption to the production lines. Skills and Experience required: Proven experience in planning and warehouse operations. Knowledge of supply chain and planning systems. Strong analytical and Excel skills. Clear communication across departments. Ability to prioritise and adapt. A proactive, improvement-focused mindset. INDPRO 50770DHR3 Portfolio Payroll Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our leading Essex based client to recruit for a Power Tools Buyer. Main Purpose of the Job Working as a key member of the Buying team you will be responsible for all aspects of the buying function and administration for the Power Tools product range to support the Head of Power Tools in creating the buying strategy, achieving, and maximising opportunities for sales, profits, and margin. Taking responsibility for the sales and profit performance of a high turnover product category while, sourcing and developing new and existing product ranges. Job Duties & Responsibilities To be responsible for the construction and maintenance of the buying matrices for all new and current suppliers for within the relevant category. To research new brands and products negotiating the best prices, promotions, and rebate packages to maintain competitive position within the marketplace, ensuring margin targets are achieved. To attend trade shows and conferences both in the UK and abroad, actively taking the lead in supplier meetings as required. To be responsible for placing, forecasting, and scheduling purchase orders, considering stock holding, sales and promotional activities, warehouse capacity and lead times. To manage and report on current products to ensure maximising performance, taking appropriate action to address ineffective or underperforming lines. Upload information to the system ensuring accuracy and resolving queries. Establish strong relationships with new and existing suppliers ensuring effective communication channels are created and queries and issues are resolved efficiently. Work alongside the buying and marketing teams with the creation and the maintenance of supplier matrices and the gathering of information and images for buying and marketing. To assist the Head of Power Tools with the creation and delivery of the buying strategy by analysing market trends, competitor activity and seeking opportunities for new products and innovations. To provide advice and guidance to the team in managing individual product ranges to assist them in maximising sales and profits across the department. To support and assist the Head of Power Tools with the training and developing of new members of the team when required, acting as mentor to others with their development and with internal procedures and buying practices. To assist with the introduction of new and efficient buying practices to improve current systems of work. Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures and adherence to statutory Health & Safety requirements. Skills and Experience required: Experience with in a retail or online industry is essential A minimum of 2 years' experience purchasing/buying power tool products. A commercial awareness and understanding of buying budgets, forecasts, and margins Must be confident, motivated, and able to work independently Must have a pleasant, helpful, and optimistic attitude and ability to form strong working relationships across a variety of business functions. Must have a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to work as a valuable team member actively supporting others and having a flexible can-do attitude. INDPROR3 49801DH Portfolio Payroll Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Portfolio Procurement have been engaged by our leading Kent based client to recruit for a Procurement Manager (Food) Job Description Develop and implement purchasing strategies within the food and packaging categories. Manage the purchasing process including buying, supplying and distribution for the company. Build strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure timely delivery at competitive prices. Forecast demand for our products and services, identifying opportunities for growth and improvement. Stay up to date with changing regulations. Identify the best products and suppliers in terms of value, delivery schedules and quality. The Successful Applicant Previous experience as Procurement Manager within a food manufacturing environment Experience sourcing food ingredients and packaging. Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field (ideally). Strategically minded with strong analytical ability and excellent communication skills. Experience dealing with international suppliers and building strong relationships with stakeholders. INDPROR4 49675DH1 Portfolio Payroll Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our leading Cambridgeshire based client to recruit for a Demand Planning Manager. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the Demand team, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture. Work closely with sales, supply chain colleagues, and distribution sites to manage the flow of forecast and stock information. Analyse forecast accuracy by customer, product category, and sub-category, implementing improvement plans where needed. Develop tools and processes to enhance forecasting, including EPOS insights and improved reporting to the sales team. Lead projects linked to forecasting and stock management, such as warehouse changes, excess stock management, and automation of forecasting processes. Support scenario planning, process improvements, team reporting, and management of new product introductions and delists. Experience & Knowledge Solid supply chain experience in forecasting, production planning, buying, or inbound supply. Experience with MRP/ERP systems and Power BI. Excellent Excel skills and commercial awareness. Experienced people manager capable of developing a small team and influencing across divisions. Comfortable in fast-paced environments with changing priorities. 50767DHR2 INDPRO Portfolio Payroll Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our leading Cambridgeshire based client to recruit for a Senior Buyer. The Role: Work with the Purchasing Team Leader to define and implement purchasing strategy. Work with key stakeholders to define and deploy supply chain strategy for new product developments that achieve the business' delivery, quality, and cost targets. Identify, select, and approve suppliers that meet the short, medium, and long-term needs of the business, considering the total cost of ownership over the entire product life. Negotiate and agree contracts for outsourced projects for accessories. Work with NPI to co-ordinate and set-up new suppliers. Coach and consult with Purchasing team to ensure best practices are maintained. Day to Day duties Supply chain strategy definition and deployment for new products Supplier identification, selection, and approval in line with agreed strategy Ensure designs are produced that correspond with production capability Work to negotiate / establish appropriate contracts Work with Quality and NPI to prepare suppliers for volume production Contract negotiation Cost reduction / price negotiation Stock ordering / lean inventory management Purchase order processing Ensuring materials are delivered in time to support customer demand Driving continuous improvement through our international supply base Identifying and assessing new sources where applicable to help drive the company's cost reduction and quality improvement targets Supporting new product introduction activity; ensuring that the relevant process controls are implemented to ensure the delivery of a quality product Supply chain development in consideration of the total cost of acquisition Identifying areas of manufacturing weakness and ensure corrective actions are effectively implemented Commodity market movement analysis Assessment and management of component obsolescence Maintaining an understanding of suppliers' financial health and mitigation of risk as appropriate Skills and Experience Level 4 CIPs Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply. Extensive Supply Chain experience within the Electronics/Telecommunications Industries, including the management of complex global Supplier/Customer relationships. Experience of offshore Contract Manufacturing Management. Experience of product development from concept to volume manufacture Credibility to influence at senior level - with both internal and external stakeholders. Priority and time management - ability to act decisively under pressure 50063DHR4 INDPRO Portfolio Payroll Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our leading Bristol based client to recruit for a Senior Category Manager. This role will contribute to making the procurement team an integral strategic function. You will be charged with delivering Value for Money for a various Indirects services, as well as championing sustainability and equality initiatives. You will be: Liaising with stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure their buy-in Sourcing suppliers, managing tenders, monitoring performance, and ensuring legal compliance Developing tender plans Management of the end-to-end tender process including contract and supplier relationship management Skills and Experience required: Previous experience in Public Sector procurement Knowledge and experience in running the full end to end tender process Degree educated Ideally be fully CIPS qualified 50660TTR3 INDPRO Portfolio Payroll Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Portfolio Procurement are recruiting for an Unlicenced Medicines Buyer for a growing pharmaceutical client based in Essex. The Role: Sourcing and Procurement of Unlicenced medicines Arranging the transport and shipment of products Helping to maintain an efficient supply chain to ensure no interruption of supply to customers Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers Experience: Experience in the purchasing of Unlicenced medicines Understanding of GDP and regulatory requirements for Unlicenced medicines Attention to detail with strong analytical skills Excellent communicator. This role comes with an attractive basic salary, hybrid working option, bonus scheme, employee mentoring programme, and casual dress. INDPRO 48815DH5R4 Portfolio Payroll Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.