Procurement Specialist
Ref: 258305
Birmingham, UK
£100,000 | £600 per day
- Permanent / Contract
- Strategic Procurement Expert
- Stakeholder Engagement Specialist
- Cost Efficiency Leader
About the candidate
Our candidate brings a rich and diverse background as a CIPS-qualified procurement specialist, with years of experience in both the public and private sectors. The candidate has an astute understanding of indirect procurement, covering multiple categories such as IT, Professional Services, Marketing, and HR. With a proven record of tenacity and high resilience, they excel in leading procurement and contract management functions through influential leadership and strong stakeholder management.
What makes them great?
- Adept at leading procurement teams and managing complex stakeholder relationships effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to generate significant cost savings, for instance, delivering a £6m contract for motorised track points resulting in a £2.5m savings on labour costs.
- Proven leadership skills, with a track record of mentoring and developing procurement teams to achieve strategic goals.
- Implemented major systems transformations including an ERP system and transitioning IT infrastructure to cloud-based systems.
Areas of expertise
- Expertise in managing and optimizing procurement processes across a range of categories, including IT, Professional Services, Marketing, and HR.
- Proven track record in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management.
- Experienced in leading and influencing large-scale procurement and contracting functions globally.
- Skilled in deploying various procurement technologies and frameworks to streamline operations.