Shillito Executive Search are seeking an experienced and commercially savvy Global Procurement Manager/Director to join a growing manufacturing team based in South Yorkshire.
This individual will be responsible for managing and optimising the global supply chain strategy, ensuring a balanced approach between Far East, Turkish, and local suppliers to mitigate fluctuations in raw material prices and freight costs and ensure cost-effective, efficient procurement practices.
The role will focus primarily on the European factories, with the US included in broader conversations.
Reporting to the COO, the responsibilities of this role will include:
Strategic Supply Chain Management:
1. Develop and execute a balanced supply chain strategy across the Far East, Turkey, and UK to hedge against market fluctuations, manage forecasting variability, and control costs.
2. Ensure alignment between procurement strategies and the company's long-term goals, leveraging international suppliers for a diverse and resilient supply chain.
Supplier Relationship Management:
1. Cultivate and manage long-term relationships with global suppliers, particularly in China, the Far East, and Europe.
2. Attend trade fairs and travel to meet suppliers and customers as required, building a network of contacts to support business objectives.
3. Work closely with suppliers to monitor and improve quality standards, ensuring cost-effective and high-quality supply.
Procurement Process Optimisation:
1. Drive process improvements across the procurement function, focusing on efficiency and cost-saving initiatives.
2. Lead the centralisation of global procurement processes.
3. Establish new procedures and processes to streamline procurement operations and support business needs.
Quality and Cost Control:
1. Collaborate with factories to assess quality standards, evaluate the costs of poor quality, and drive improvements in quality assurance processes.
2. Effectively communicate quality and cost expectations to suppliers and monitor supplier performance.
Commercial Acumen & Negotiation:
1. Negotiate contracts, manage RFPs, and engage in cost management activities to secure the best commercial terms for the business.
2. Utilise analytical tools to forecast demand, manage inventory levels, and optimise purchasing strategies.
Inventory Management:
1. Oversee inventory management practices, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimising the risks of stockouts or excess inventory.
2. Identify opportunities to improve ordering processes and automate where feasible to reduce manual processes.
Change Management and Continuous Improvement:
1. Lead initiatives to drive procurement process automation and streamline ordering and invoicing processes.
2. Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the procurement team and the wider business.
We're looking for someone with:
1. Extensive experience in procurement or supply chain management within manufacturing or industrial sectors.
2. Proven experience in sourcing from China/Far East and Turkish markets, as well as managing a diverse, global supplier base.
3. Strong background in supplier negotiations, contract management, and RFP processes.
This role presents a unique opportunity to join a rapidly growing company, with a focus on driving change and innovation in procurement practices.
If you are an experienced procurement professional with a passion for global supply chains, supplier relationships, and continuous improvement, we invite you to apply.
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