Procurement Leadership Opportunity
The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in procurement leadership, with expertise in strategic planning, contract negotiation, and supplier management.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organisational goals.
* Monitor procurement trends and implement cost-saving initiatives.
* Establish and manage company-wide procurement policies and procedures.
* Collaborate with sales and marketing to ensure procurement strategy aligns with market demand, forecast cycles and new product development objectives.
* Negotiate major contracts and framework agreements.
* Ensure legal and commercial compliance in procurement agreements.
* Resolve disputes and manage escalations with key vendors.
* Provide leadership and mentorship to staff.
* Set clear KPIs and development plans for staff.
* Build cross-functional collaboration with finance, engineering, and production teams.
Qualifications:
* Tertiary qualifications in business, supply chain management, logistics or a related field.
* Proven experience in a procurement leadership role with responsibility for purchasing, supplier management, and contract negotiation.
* Excellent negotiation and commercial acumen, including contract terms and vendor performance management.
* High-level communication and interpersonal skills to influence internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
* Proficient in procurement and inventory management systems, and confident in reporting using Excel or ERP platforms.
* Strong analytical skills to assess procurement risks, supplier performance, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
* High attention to detail, particularly in documentation, compliance, and audit trails.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
* Proactive and solutions-focused mindset, with a commitment to continuous improvement and safety leadership.
* Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams.
* Collaborative approach with the ability to build trusted working relationships across finance, production, and engineering teams.