Procurement Lead

Your new company
Are you an experienced procurement professional looking for a new challenge? Do you have a passion for delivering value, innovation and sustainability through effective procurement strategies? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join a leading energy company as a Procurement Lead.

Your new role
As a Procurement Lead, you will be responsible for leading the development, execution and ongoing management of effective procurement strategies relating to service performance, quality, cost, innovation, sustainability and governance. You will work closely with key stakeholders across the business to deliver optimal outcomes and ensure compliance with regulatory, legal and commercial requirements.
Key Responsibilities

• Providing professional procurement expertise to deliver key business objectives (cost, delivery performance, risk mitigation, innovation, etc.).
• Preparing category plans for each subcategory of spend.
• Running ‘end to end’ procurement processes (above and below OJEU as applicable).
• Supporting the Demand Planning process and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Supporting the creation and ongoing management of appropriate commercial and contracting strategies that underpin the overall strategic procurement process to incorporate whole life cost modelling and contract life cycle management.
• Leading the procurement team in the creation of a group procurement and contract management strategies.
• Supporting a business-wide approach to procurement best practice which includes supplier on-boarding and selection, driving standardisation and enhancing efficiencies.
• Identification, categorisation and ongoing tracking of qualitative and quantitative efficiencies throughout the procurement process.
• Building strong relationships with relevant stakeholders to ensure alignment and commitment to implementation.
• Governance - ensuring that agreed regulatory, legal and commercial governance policies and processes are followed.
• Ongoing tender administration and financial requisition/purchase order governance and approval duties.

What you'll need to succeed

• Relevant procurement or supply chain degree or equivalent, typically with 4+ years relevant experience within the fields of category management, procurement or supply chain management.
• Ability to effectively communicate, influence and collaborate with key stakeholders.
• Experience of spend profiling, supply markets, cost drivers, analysis, reporting and presentation preferably within a regulatory environment.
• Knowledge of utilities and/or experience of public sector tendering is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of purchasing tools, platforms and processes.

What you'll get in return

• A competitive salary up to £60,000 dependent on experience, with eligibility for an annual performance related payment
• Private medical provision
• Competitive pension with employer matching arrangements
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes (e.g. pension and cycle to work) together with hybrid working arrangements (3 days office: 2 days working at home), competitive holidays and complimentary car parking with electric charging point on site.
• A culture of continuous learning and development, with access to training, coaching and mentoring opportunities.
• A rewarding and meaningful career that makes a positive impact on society and the environment.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk