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Procurement
Our supply chain is the backbone of our business. It's how we get our trusted products to people all over the world, safely and efficiently. And it's our talented and passionate teams that make this happen.
If you're looking for a career in supply chain, there's no better place to be than Reckitt. We offer a variety of exciting opportunities in all areas of the supply chain, from planning and procurement to manufacturing and logistics.
About the role
Reckitt is on the lookout for a Procurement Manager to bring expertise and strategic vision to our procurement operations. If you have a passion for driving success and enjoy working in a dynamic environment that promises growth and challenge, this role is for you. You will lead procurement endeavours, ensuring effective, efficient practices that align with our ambitious goals. Your strategic approach to sourcing and negotiation will directly contribute to Reckitt's reputation for excellence in consumer health and hygiene. Ready to make an impact? Join us and elevate our procurement to new heights.
Your responsibilities
In summary, you'll:
1. Craft and implement procurement strategies that sync with company goals while emphasising cost-efficiency, quality, and timeliness.
2. Foster and manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and maintain high-quality standards with an eye on competitive pricing.
3. Provide leadership to the procurement team, offering mentorship to fine-tune their skills and streamline procurement protocols.
4. Manage all operational facets of procurement, from sourcing to purchasing and contract administration, with compliance to internal and external policies.
5. Analyse and capitalise on opportunities for savings and enhancements within supply-chain operations to improve overall procurement procedures.
The experience we're looking for
- Extensive background in procurement with a track record of increasing responsibility and impact, ideally in the consumer goods sector.
- Adept at negotiating and analytical thinking, focused on cost-saving measures and strong supplier relationship cultivation.
- Proven ability to lead and inspire a team, propelling them towards shared objectives.
- Well-versed in using a range of procurement software and tools, with excellent communication skills for effective stakeholder management.
The skills for success
Supply Chain Management, Business Partnership, Collaboration and partnership building, Relationship Management, Business Acumen, Productivity management, Distribution Logistics, Management Third-party Logistics Providers, Supply Chain Planning, Vendor Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Category Management Expertise, Supply Management, Procurement.
What we offer
With inclusion at the heart of everything we do, working alongside our four global Employee Resource Groups, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way.
We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy.
Equality
We recognise that in real life, great people don't always 'tick all the boxes'. That's why we hire for potential as well as experience. Even if you don't meet every point on the job description, if this role and our company feels like a good fit for you, we still want to hear from you.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship, and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.
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