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Form of workAre you looking for a new challenge in your career?
Has there ever been a better time to explore procurement & supply-chain career opportunities, within the Scottish market? Do you want to work for one of UK's most reputable and largest Hire companies, who are known as being a great employer? Our client currently has a great opportunity for a Procurement Manager to join their team based in Glasgow City Centre. With over 50 years’ experience, this family owned business pride themselves on investing, growing and developing their employees for future progression within the business. As a Procurement Manager, the main purpose of the role is to manage/oversee the procurement team in all contractual, financial and supply-chain matters. The Procurement Manager will have the opportunity to play a key part of the organisations management team and will be expected to drive innovation, problem solving, quality and collaborative working; you will also get the opportunity to join an expanding business.
Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:
- Responsible for leading a successful procurement team/function
- Supply chain management; negotiations, payment terms, performance reviews ect
- Contract management
- Cost savings and monitoring company expenditure
- Ensuring cost, contract and estimate numbers are accurately taken
- Preparation of monthly reports
- Involvement in the pre-tender procurement process
What do you need to apply?
- Significant experience working as a Procurement Manager within a multi-site environment across a national network, preferably within the construction/plant hire/engineering industry.
- Strong experience in the delivery of purchasing goals in the areas of service, quality and cost reduction.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Sound understanding of contract law and a high level of computer literacy.
- Strong commercial acumen, analytical skills and proficient in completing supplier agreements.
- Effective stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and negotiate with successfully whilst developing strategies with suppliers.
- A CIPS qualification or equivalent knowledge gained through on the job experience.
In return for the right individual with the knowledge/skills required to take on this very important role, you can expect a competitive package and a positive working environment.
Legal Information:
Contract Scotland acts as an employment agency for permanent work and acts as an employment business for temporary work.
For roles in Scotland/the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
At Contract Scotland, we value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.
