Procurement Manager

My client is a locally based, rapidly expanding technology business. They are currently investing heavily in their development and as part of this process require an experienced procurement manager to join the team based on the outskirts of Colchester.

The role has a broad remit and is responsible for all purchasing and contract management from a commercial and legal perspective. The role reports to the CFO and will have responsibility for the following:

• Lead purchases of large value infrastructure
• Liaise with key company employees to determine their product and service needs
• Ensure requirements are documented correctly
• Lead the procurement or goods or services
• Lead contract development
• Manage suppliers against contract.
• Monitor business trends and product availability to pay the best price for company goods and services without sacrificing quality or delivery times
• Nurture relationships with suppliers to negotiate the best prices for company
• Identify and research potential new suppliers
• Research new products and services to meet company’s goals
• Assess total costs of company purchases
• Develop and implement strategies for procuring, storing, and distributing goods or services and maintaining stock levels.
• Lead the procurement of major purchases.
• Ensure Company Supplier Management and Purchase Process Policy is maintained and adhered to.

Successful candidates will have excellent networking and communication skills with negotiation experience. You will have previous procurement experience and an understanding of supply chain management procedures. The role also requires data analysis skills and the ability to manipulate financial information.