Procurement Manager Nottingham, NG15 0DR (with hybrid working) About us Yusen Logistics is aiming to be the worlds preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers, and communities through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing, and distribution services. Were dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected, and creative in making us the worlds preferred choice. We are now looking for a Procurement Manager to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 40 hours per week. The Benefits - Salary of £50,000 - £55,000 per annum DOE - Car allowance of £6,000 per annum - Bonus (up to 12%) - Health Cash Plan - Pension scheme 6% matched employer contribution - Comprehensive private family health cover - Permanent health insurance cover (40% of salary cover) - 25 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) plus five days Volunteer Leave per year - Opportunity for unpaid leave and up to 10 days of international remote working - Free online fitness platform, including Pilates, yoga, mindfulness and meditation - Employee benefits, including free eye tests, up to 25% off gym membership, and high street vouchers - Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support services, life events counselling, and a care concierge service - Tailored development and career opportunities This is a fantastic opportunity for a CIPS-qualified procurement professional with extensive experience in a multi-site environment to take on a key leadership role within our global organisation. Youll benefit from flexible and remote working options, the chance to develop an impressive portfolio and a culture that genuinely values your wellbeing and professional growth. Whats more, youll gain access to a comprehensive rewards package, including private family health cover, tailored development opportunities, and a variety of wellbeing initiatives designed to support your success and work-life balance. The Role As the Procurement Manager, you will oversee our procurement operations, managing and supporting our Procurement team. Building strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure a high-quality procurement service, you will evaluate supply options across a varied portfolio to ensure we deliver exceptional solutions. You will develop service level agreements and performance indicators to monitor supplier performance while using your negotiation skills to reduce expenditure and achieve maximum value for money. Additionally, you will - Use best-practice sourcing and evaluation techniques to recommend potential suppliers - Offer advice and guidance across the business regarding procurement - Provide market intelligence to guide value-for-money and sustainability initiatives - Perform structured category analysis to identify procurement opportunities - Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures - Mentor and support the Procurement team, monitoring performance and development About You To be considered as the Procurement Manager, you will need: - Proven experience managing procurement in a multi-site environment - Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to analyse financial data - Proven leadership skills and the ability to inspire and manage teams - At a minimum, a Level 5 CIPS qualification - A full, valid driving licence (occasional travel to Yusen sites required) The closing date for this role is 16 February 2025. Other organisations may call this role Procurement Lead, Procurement Team, Manager, Strategic Procurement Manager, Supply Chain Manager, or Category Manager. Webrecruit and Yusen Logistics are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business, and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if youre seeking your next challenge as a Procurement Manager, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency. ADZN1_UKTJ