Procurement Manager (Birmingham
- Employer
- Bramwith Consulting
- Location
- Birmingham
- Salary
- GBP40000 - GBP55000 per annum + BONUS + PACKAGE
- Closing date
- 20 Mar 2019
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- Specialist Area
- Procurement, Category management
- Job Level
- Manager, Specialist
- Sector
- Accountancy, Retail
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Details
Procurement Manager, Indirects - Global Retail Brand - Birmingham+ Home Working - £45,000- £55,000 + Bonus
£ Multi-Billion Retail Giant seeks passionate Procurement specialist to take ownership of their complex GNFR (goods not for resale) expenditure and lead a team of two Sourcing specialists. The company has just begun a major overhaul in an attempt to raise their strategic procurement capabilities, as well as become a world-class model for sustainable sourcing, so now is an exciting time to join their journey.
As Procurement Manager for Indirect spends you will:-
- Report into the Head of Business Intelligence and liaise with Departmental Heads critical to the success of this improving Procurement function (Head of Finance, Operations, Legal etc)
- Lead the Procurement function into new and innovative areas to raise their profile and reinforce best practice
- Influence strategy development & implementation for key spend categories across generalist indirects including FM, HR, Professional Services, Marketing, Travel, Fleet, Couriers, IT & Technology etc
- Initiate and execute high level procurement and strategic sourcing projects to drive value and deliver £ Multi-Million cost savings
- Mentor and coach more junior Procurement & Sourcing team members, assisting their development as you in turn grow towards Procurement Directorship
- Ensure the value of supplier management is understood within these high-profile categories to maximise value beyond the pre-contract procurement phases
Required candidate background:-
- Proven procurement, strategic sourcing & category management skills gained from a progressive procurement career within FTSE 250 companies
- Relevant indirect procurement category experience (listed in initial paragraphs)
- Impressive achievements detailed on CV, including cost savings, risk mitigation, supplier consolidation, strategic vendor partnerships established etc
- Degree & MCIPS preferred though not essential
This expanding Retail & FMCG brand rarely goes to the external market, so this is a fantastic opportunity for a high-achieving Procurement expert to join at a senior level and progress within a collaborative and rewarding environment. The Firm has a generous flexible working policy and holiday allowance, so their new team member will enjoy a healthy work life balance.
To find out more and apply please send your CV to jobsGS@bramwithconsulting.co.uk or directly through this page.
Company
Award-winning recruitment specialist with an exclusive global pool of procurement, operations and supply chain talent.
Working with a wide range of small start-ups through to large FTSE 100 businesses, Bramwith Consulting has established a reputation for excellence, delivery and market knowledge.
Our expert consultants, work on both contingency and retained search mandates with clients, advising and assisting them in hiring niche Procurement staff. Our experienced recruiters have proven track records establishing and developing relationships with clients and candidates alike, allowing us to provide the highest calibre of candidates and job opportunities.
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