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Procurement ManagerUniversal Business Team • Huntingdon, England, United Kingdom
Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager

Universal Business Team • Huntingdon, England, United Kingdom
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Our client, a leading packaging solutions provider based in Kimbolton, Cambridgeshire is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join their Procurement Team, working alongside another Procurement Manager with responsibility for a defined portfolio of product categories. The role is responsible for sourcing, supplier management, cost control, process improvement, and ensuring compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded procurement professional who enjoys driving continual improvement.

Key responsibilities
  • Manage an allocated portfolio of product categories, developing sourcing strategies and ensuring continuity of supply.
  • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiate pricing and commercial terms, and monitor supplier performance.
  • Work collaboratively with the other Procurement Manager to ensure effective category ownership and procurement coverage.
  • Lead and support process improvement and continual improvement initiatives across procurement activities.
  • Maintain accurate records to support PPWR, EPR and Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) compliance requirements.
  • Work closely with internal departments to ensure accurate product data and timely introduction of new products.
  • Analyse purchasing trends, identify cost-saving opportunities and support business objectives.
  • Maintain supplier terms and conditions optimisation and working capital improvement.
  • Stock level reviews.
  • Ensure ERP data is accurate and maintained.

Requirements
  • Strong negotiation, organisational and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Process improvement mindset with a focus on continual improvement.
  • Packaging industry experience is desirable.
  • Experience using Merlin ERP system would be an advantage.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • MCIPS is desirable.
  • Previous Procurement Manager or Senior Buyer experience.
  • Packaging industry knowledge desirable.

Benefits
  • Salary of £45,000pa
  • 25 days holiday
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Supportive working environment
  • Monday to Friday, 8am to 4.30pm or 8.30am to 5pm
  • Please note that this is an onsite position
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