Lead procurement activities at Worksop and Plymouth sites, ensuring optimal purchasing performance in terms of quality, cost, delivery, and saving & environmental targets.
Drive competitiveness throughout tenders and project phases, aiming for the best Total Cost of Ownership.
Oversee indirect purchasing processes, ensuring compliance with Pandrol Maturity Index principles.
Key Responsibilities:
* Define the optimal organisational structure and resource allocation.
* Conduct appraisals, training, and recruitment following Pandrol guidelines.
* Establish a governance framework for the department.
* Enhance internal processes and control measures.
* Foster team cohesion and collaboration.
Performance Management:
* Contribute to site performance metrics, including Sales, Cash, EBIT, and Order Intake.
* Ensure supplier performance across key metrics such as OTD, cost-saving and quality recovery.
* Oversee project execution for new developments, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.
* Identify and pursue cost reduction opportunities through alternative suppliers and market insights.
Commodity Management:
* Collaborate with Global Commodity Managers to develop purchasing strategies for global commodities.
* Evaluate and optimize the supplier panel for each commodity to establish a world-class supplier network.
* Manage supplier relationships to ensure smooth delivery and avoid disruptions in production.
* Develop contractual agreements with key preferred suppliers.
Non-Product Related Purchasing:
* Oversee all NPR spending at the site, ensuring it is managed effectively within the purchasing framework.
* Achieve cost reduction savings in NPR categories.
* Manage and monitor significant projects and CAPEX initiatives.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain preferred.
* CIPS or equivalent purchasing certification preferred.
* Proven experience leading a team of buyers.
* Strong technical purchasing skills, including cost analysis and negotiation.
* Expertise in Category Management and Project Management.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and advanced ERP knowledge.
* Fluent in English; additional language skills are a plus.
* Willingness to travel between Worksop and Plymouth sites, as well as internationally when needed.
* Articulate, well-presented, and confident in communication.
Join us in driving excellence in purchasing and supplier management.