Experienced Buyer

Ref: 287837

West Midlands, UK

£40,000

• Permanent
• Strategic Cost Management
• Procurement System Proficiency
• Immediately Available

About the candidate

A skilled Procurement Manager with extensive experience managing technology, manufacturing, and professional services categories, demonstrating a strong track record in delivering cost savings and operational improvements. Has managed medium-sized contracts up to £2 million and achieved significant savings across various procurement projects.

With a background in Chemical Engineering, this candidate brings a unique analytical perspective to procurement, coupled with outstanding negotiation and strategic planning skills. Has effectively handled multiple projects simultaneously, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to optimise procurement processes.

Proven expertise in various procurement systems and tools such as Oracle, SAP, and SAP Ariba, enhances their capability to streamline procurement functions and adapt quickly to new environments. Furthermore, this candidate has been pivotal in training and developing teams, ensuring adherence to best practices in procurement and operational efficiency.

What makes them great?

• Trained up to 100 staff on procurement software, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency.
• Negotiated IT contracts saving the company up to £800K.
• Managed multi-site projects for Europe-wide warehouses, identifying unused stock and achieving a £15K saving.
• Implemented new procurement strategies that saved £4,800 annually through process improvements.

Areas of expertise

• Detailed orientation & strategic planning in procurement
• Strong negotiator with a successful track record in cost reduction
• Proven ability to establish and achieve set timelines & goals
• Data-driven decision-making to improve procurement processes
• Effective risk management in complex business scenarios
• Advanced capabilities in communication, problem solving, and follow-through