Procurement Specialist

Your new company
HAYS are delighted to be working closely with this exceptional manufacturing success story. One, that, over the last 15 years, has continued to go from strength to strength.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and collaborative team, where you'll play a key role in managing procurement activities for bespoke materials and packaging.

Your new role
Reporting to the Strategic Procurement Manager, you'll be responsible for ensuring the smooth coordination of procurement operations, supplier management, and material availability to support production and business goals.Key Responsibilities

• Manage purchase orders, vendor relationships, and delivery schedules.
• Maintain accurate procurement data in SAP and MRP systems.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, planning, and warehousing.
• Ensure compliance with traceability and safety standards.
• Support forecasting and attend planning meetings.
• Lead procurement for bespoke and project-specific materials.

What you'll need to succeed

• 3+ years' experience in procurement, ideally in manufacturing or FMCG.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in SAP, Excel, and Microsoft 365.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a flexible approach.

What you'll get in return

• 31 days annual leave including bank holidays.
• Additional leave with service milestones (up to 4 extra days).
• Healthcare cash plan.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Financial wellbeing app with access to professional coaching.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• Up to 10 days company sick pay annually.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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