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Procurement Manager

Ref: 388832

West Yorkshire, UK

£60,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Supply Chain Management
  • Cost Reduction Specialist
  • Procurement Process Improvement

About the candidate

A Commercial Manager with over 18 years of experience spanning various sectors including manufacturing, both in private and public settings. This candidate excels in roles requiring strong negotiation skills, strategic supply chain management, and the implementation of procurement and quality processes. With proven experience in driving continuous improvement and achieving substantial cost savings, this professional holds qualifications up to Level 4 in Purchasing, in addition to certificates in Management Skills, Strategic Planning, and more. They are also very competent with multiple ERP/MRP systems including SAP, Navision, and NetSuite.

Currently based in West Yorkshire, this candidate is looking for a permanent role where they can contribute to a corporate environment, bringing in innovative ideas for system and process enhancements. With their dynamic approach to commercial management, they are poised to deliver high-level strategic planning and execution.

What makes them great?

  • Generated £100,000 in cost savings within three months through strategic purchasing negotiations and improvements.
  • Strong leadership in managing multi-disciplinary teams and projects, boosting operational efficiency and teamwork.
  • Skilful in ERP/MRP software, enhancing process accuracy and efficiency in resource planning and operations.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Supply Chain Management: Adept at overseeing the end-to-end supply chain operations, ensuring product delivery aligns with corporate goals.
  • Cost Reduction Strategies: Proven track record in cost management by negotiating contracts effectively and finding cost-effective solutions, achieving notable cost savings.
  • Procurement and Quality Processes: Experienced in driving the standardisation of procurement and quality processes across multiple company sites.