Hays
Supply Chain Procurement Specialist
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Hays are partnering with a well-established and innovative manufacturing organisation to recruit a Supply Chain Procurement Specialist to join their growing procurement and supply chain team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a business with a global supplier network, offering exposure to strategic sourcing, supply chain optimisation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Your new role
As Supply Chain Procurement Specialist, you will play a key role in improving supply chain performance and supporting procurement objectives across multiple operational sites. You will develop and implement sourcing and category strategies, analyse supply chain data to identify opportunities for improvement, and support supplier negotiations, RFQs, and supplier development activities.
You will work closely with internal stakeholders, global suppliers, and wider purchasing teams to optimise inventory, improve supplier performance, reduce supply chain risk, and deliver measurable business improvements. The role will also support demand forecasting, supply planning, inventory management, and new product introduction (NPI) programmes.
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What you'll need to succeed
- Degree qualification in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline
- Minimum of 3 years' experience within a supply chain, procurement, or purchasing role
- Previous experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment
- Proven track record of delivering procurement or supply chain improvement initiatives
- Strong supplier management and commercial negotiation skills
- Experience working with global suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders
- Excellent analytical abilities with advanced Excel skills
- Strong understanding of inventory optimisation, supply planning, and forecasting processes
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results within a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills
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What you'll get in return
- Opportunity to join a highly respected and growing manufacturing business
- Exposure to international suppliers and strategic procurement projects
- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive working environment
- Opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement and business transformation initiatives
- Competitive salary and benefits package
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