Procurement Manager

Overview

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.

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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