We are working with one of the UK's leading pet businesses, in search of a highly motivated and skilled Procurement Manager to join their growing and very successful team. This is an exciting opportunity for any existing Procurement or Senior Buyer to challenge themselves within this fast-paced, dynamic, and globally recognised organisation that has seen significant growth year on year for over 5 years.
As Procurement Manager, your role will play a fundamental part in the organisation's procurement of direct and indirect spends. You will be leading a small team of buyers and executives to ensure value for money on all products and services, whilst maintaining optimum levels of service and quality.
Due to your management responsibilities, you will have experience in managing and motivating a team, including conducting 1-2-1's, performance reviews, and career aspirations. You will source and manage all aspects of spend throughout the business, both direct and indirect whilst being overall responsible for managing the end-to-end tender process for procurement - from initial evaluation to proposals, approval, and contracts.
You will be skilled in reducing risk in the supply chain by creating alternative source options for all products and services, whilst maintaining quality. Of course, you will manage the commercial relationships with key suppliers as well as manage monthly updates, report on measured KPI's and supplier performance.
This is a hybrid role with two days a week in the office near Dunstable and in return, you will enjoy a lucrative benefits package including private healthcare (including dental and optical), 26 days holiday, enhanced parental leave, and company-paid summer and winter parties.
This is a fabulous role, working for a well-loved and globally recognised FMCG brand, offering flexible working and a firm career path - be sure to apply today.
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