http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-listing.aspx?RecruiterID=16The latest from SupplyChainOnline.Copyright (C) SupplyChainOnline Limited5This is a wonderful opportunity to make an immediate impact within a changing technology procurement function within a major name organisation. Our client, based in Ipswich, is looking to recruit an experienced IT & Telco Category Manager to join a team which is going through change and transformation. This is an exciting time for you to bring your IT spend experience and stakeholder engagement skills in to a team that is looking to establish itself within this global organisation. To be considered, you must be able to demonstrate a depth of knowledge and experience in sourcing indirect IT and Telco related products and services. This is a holistic role which will focus on SW, HW, Professional Services, Infrastructure, Telco, etc. You will also need to demonstrate strategic category management experience, coupled with an ambitious and forward thinking approach. In return, you will be working for a supportive, charismatic and engaging manager who will aid your professional growth within the business. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95470Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:30:33 GMTIMMEDIATE start required for this 6 month contract to be based in Zug Switzerland. This is for a Global organisation. To provide purchasing/ procurement support to 2 category managers in the services procurement space. Duties will include RFI's, RFP's, contract management and data analysis. Ideally you will be degree and/ or CIPS qualified with some knowledge of Marketing and/ or HR procurement. ***You must be immediately available with no notice period to serve*** --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95445Mon, 17 Jun 2013 17:15:31 GMT***Urgent requirement 3 month contract looking at OJEU tenders *** Our client has an urgent requirement for an experienced procurement professional with OJEU tendering experience • OJEU tendering experience is a MUST • Excellent relationship skills • Able to work on own initiative • Preferably some previous experience within NHS purchasing/ procurement • General Services / facilities / HR procurement experience • Available for an immediate start • CIPS/ MCIPS preferred ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95374Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:44:56 GMTA great opportunity for an experienced Marketing Procurement professional within a global giant A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Marketing Procurement professional to join one of the most recognised brands in the world. With a strong track record within Marketing procurement, your role will be to provide expert knowledge and strategy development across all Marketing related procurement activity. Liaising with the global procurement team, you will identify and implement the most suitable strategies for the local category plan. You will manage the full procurement process for all key projects and ensuring the supplier selection to fulfill the requirements. Managing the stakeholder relationships at a UK and global level will be key to succeed in this role, therefore my client is looking for an excellent individual with strong soft skills and commercial awareness. The Marketing category will cover Marketing communications (above and below the line), Media, Digital Marketing, Public Relations, Local Sponsorship, Experiential Marketing and Events. Experience required: - Track record within Marketing procurement (ATL/BTL) - Experienced contracts negotiator and challenges the business requirements - Proficient knowledge of contract law - Experienced in strategic sourcing and supplier management - Good understanding of financial modelling and total cost of ownership Desired - Procurement experience from blue chip or large corporate environment. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95371Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:16:05 GMTAn exciting opportunity with an International specialist Healthcare company, supporting clinical operations and managing both monetary and legal aspects of Contracts. The Role: To provide comprehensive support and to manage the negotiation of monetary and legal aspects of contracts, whilst identifying opportunities. • Provide support to Clinical Development for vendor selection, contracting and negotiating vendor/CRO agreements across high complexity global clinical development programmes • Provide strategic insight and awareness of industry best practices for service provider selection and management • Responsible for the negotiation of agreements using favourable pricing models including the consideration of value-based pricing models • Building strategic relationships with vendors supplying clinical services • Support clinical study team members in screening suitable vendors supplying the required services • Lead the process of generating requests for proposals and subsequently review proposals • Determine timing and appropriateness of milestone payments as the clinical trials progress • Participate/lead vendor governance meetings • Participates and/or leads departmental process improvement initiatives • Support quality team in drafting new processes • Ensuring that all interactions and engagements are carried out with the highest ethical and professional standards Education and Experience: • Degree in science or business discipline, or equivalent • Substantial experience within procurement and dealing with the practical and monetary elements of third party supply contracts for clinical trial services with vendors, hospitals and clinical trial sites including initiation, tendering, evaluation, negotiation and award • Experience with the specific aspects of contract negotiation in a regulated health care or pharmaceutical environment including management of risk, subject injury, indemnification and insurance • Understanding of clinical trial protocol requirements and the subsequent implementation of clinical research in for-profit, non-profit and governmentally funded health care environments • Experience with the pricing of clinical services, the respective roles of the institution, investigator and clinical departments, including points for negotiation and compromise. • Practical experience in identifying exiting arrangements and agreements where additional value could be added to the business • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite to include Word; Project, Access and Excel • Knowledge and application of project management methodologies Skills and Attributes: • Performance driven, customer-focused and cost-conscious dynamic operations professional with a strong influential personality who is comfortable working closely within a multi-disciplinary team across setting • Excellent communication and negotiation skills in dealing with third parties and internal stakeholders ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95365Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:28:08 GMTOur client is a FTSE 250 international pharmaceutical organisation experiencing rapid growth. Reporting to the newly appointed Supply Chain Manager, your principle relationships will be with warehousing and distribution, customer services, procurement and business services and production. You will join a function which is responsible for developing, managing and communicating integrated supply plans for Site including production activity, shipping schedules, delivery schedules, maintenance schedules, utility shut-downs, validation training and customer orders for the Interventional Medicine business. Principal Responsibilities 1. To maintain master production schedule and materials requisition plan. 2. To optimise customer service levels taking account of local times, production priorities, new accounts, stock, etc.; to co-ordinate and monitor order requirements. 3. To plan and monitor inventory levels in line with business objectives and stocking policies. 4. To procure supplies liaising with suppliers and purchasing department. 5. To enhance manufacturing resource planning system where possible. 6. To advise internally and externally (suppliers) on timelines for production and product releases. 7. To adjust plans as needed to take into account short-term priorities and unplanned events. 8. Ensure that all interactions and engagements are carried out with the highest ethical and professional standards and that all work is accomplished with quality and in accordance with company values. 9. Carry out other reasonable tasks as required by the Line Manager. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95364Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:27:24 GMTOur client is a FTSE 250 international pharmaceutical organisation experiencing rapid growth. Reporting to the newly appointed Supply Chain Manager, your principle relationships will be with warehousing and distribution, customer services, procurement and business services and production. You will join a function which is responsible for developing, managing and communicating integrated supply plans for Site including production activity, shipping schedules, delivery schedules, maintenance schedules, utility shut-downs, validation training and customer orders for the Interventional Medicine business. Principal Responsibilities 1. To maintain master production schedule and materials requisition plan. 2. To optimise customer service levels taking account of local times, production priorities, new accounts, stock, etc.; to co-ordinate and monitor order requirements. 3. To plan and monitor inventory levels in line with business objectives and stocking policies. 4. To procure supplies liaising with suppliers and purchasing department. 5. To enhance manufacturing resource planning system where possible. 6. To advise internally and externally (suppliers) on timelines for production and product releases. 7. To adjust plans as needed to take into account short-term priorities and unplanned events. 8. Ensure that all interactions and engagements are carried out with the highest ethical and professional standards and that all work is accomplished with quality and in accordance with company values. 9. Carry out other reasonable tasks as required by the Line Manager. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95363Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:27:21 GMTA fantastic opportunity for a confident, driven buyer to progress their career with a Global household name. If you are a driven, confident self-starter looking to progress your career within an established purchasing/ procurement environment, this could be the ideal opportunity for you. You will have had some previous experience within a purchasing/ procurement environment and an understanding of procurement. You will be smart and ambitious, and willing to go the extra mile but in return you will be rewarded with training, variety and an opportunity to progress within a global environment. - Degree Educated - High attention to detail - Ability to multi task - Great relationship building skills - Proficient in Microsoft Office suite - particularly PowerPoint, Word and Excel ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95362Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:24:07 GMTMajor FS firm seeking a high calibre IS Sourcing Manager - must have applications & IT services experience. As IT/IS Sourcing Specialist you will develop and deliver business based category strategies and sourcing plans to secure superior benefits for the company in terms of cost, quality and service. The primary focus of this exciting role will be the negotiation of deals with suppliers to purchase the latest technology and proven experience of buying various systems, such as networks, hardware and software is essential. By combining a deep understanding of the current and future needs of the business with exceptional insights into the supply market, you will lead the development of category strategies and develop annual sourcing plans built into the Group Operations Plan. You will be required to: • Negotiation of deals with suppliers to maximise the value of technology purchases • Developing procurement strategies which reflect business priorities and supply market dynamics • Leading the cross-functional teams in the creation of annual sourcing plans to deliver defined business benefits • Using rigorous project management to deliver all elements of the sourcing plans • Managing stakeholder relationships ensuring that their needs are incorporated in sourcing plans • Generating exceptional insights into the supply market through deep research and understanding • Developing detailed risk plans and ensuring mitigating actions are defined and implemented • Developing and implementing appropriate benefits tracking for each spend category • Ensuring appropriate contractual cover is in place with all suppliers in accordance with Group Third Party Contracts Policy Your skills and qualifications will ideally include: • Experience of buying various types of IS / IT systems including Networks, Software and Hardware • Experience of negotiating IT Professional service contracts • Strong Client Relationship Management abilities • Strong interpersonal skills allowing you to effectively manage senior relationships • The ability to manage cross-business projects and translate strategy into action • The ability to conduct supply market research and analysis • The confidence and acumen to negotiate complex commercial arrangements Requirements: This varied role requires a commercially savvy team player with the ability to influence and manage senior stakeholders. You will be a creative problem solver, able to approach business problems from a variety of perspectives and a highly skilled negotiator with strong analytical skills and excellent presentation skills. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95361Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:21:43 GMTThis is an exciting opportunity for a bright and ambitious self-starter that is ready for the next stage of their procurement career. This is still a Greenfield environment, with the opportunity to influence the development of the Procurement function. The Board has recognised the need for an increased focus on procurement to develop a consistent approach that will deliver significantly greater value and financial benefit, whilst improving controls and risk mitigation. Overall spend is approximately £120m per annum. Opportunities to make a difference and develop you procurement career are excellent! As the Procurement Manager you will be expected to take full ownership of procurement projects. This will include support for new business requirements, as well as working with the business to identify opportunities and take accountability for their delivery. Business units have typically conducted their own procurement in the past so effective networking and relationship building will be critical in this role. This is a role that will require an adept and confident communicator to win ‘the hearts and minds’ of the business unit leaders. Reporting to the Head of Procurement, this will be a dynamic and varied role with opportunities to develop and gain experience across several different procurement categories (e.g. Professional Services, HR, Marketing, IT and Facilities Management). Key responsibilities will be to: • Work with the Head of Procurement to determine and implement full end-to-end category procurement strategies across a range of Greenfield spend areas • Identify and engage with stakeholders to raise the profile of the procurement function • Build and maintain strong internal relationships and buy-in to procurement best practice across business units • Influence and add commercial rigour to a group spend of c£120m • Participate in cross-functional teams in the delivery of procurement opportunities • Develop category plans, run tenders, and conduct negotiations • Liaise with the Legal department to agree appropriate contractual terms • Support the implementation and roll-out of new Purchase-to-Pay system • Work on ad-hoc projects as required Technical Skills & Qualifications:- Required: • Good understanding of the end-to-end procurement process • Background in a best practice procurement environment • Record of delivering sustainable cost savings, performance efficiencies and risk mitigation • Experience developing and implementing category strategies • Knowledge of procurement best practice tools, processes and systems • Ability to work with and influence cross-functional teams • Good analytical and negotiation skills • Understanding of commercial contracts, including key legal terms • Willingness to work flexibly across a range of projects and categories • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office, in particular Excel • Educated to degree level or equivalent Desirable: • CIPS qualified (or studying towards) • Experience working within the financial regulatory environment • Experience of using Purchase-to-Pay systems Competencies Required: • Excellent communication skills • The ability to build rapport with stakeholders in multiple parts of the business • Flexible and able to use initiative • Good attention to detail • Self-motivated ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Business ------------------------------------------------------------------------------http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95351Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:20:49 GMTThis is an excellent opportunity to work for one of the UK's most successful financial services brands, utilising in depth Marketing spend experience. We are delighted to offer an opportunity to work with one of the UK’s biggest Financial Services brands, who will be undergoing a once in a generation rebrand in 2013. The Cost Management Unit structure ensures that Sourcing are heavily involved in key Marketing investment decisions. The group CMO is enthusiastic and supportive of Group Sourcing. Group Sourcing is well progressed in the journey to becoming a high performing organisation. The faculty support is outstanding at developing Sourcing capability. Whilst the organisation is complex, the support for and recognition of the contribution made by Group Sourcing is clear and positive from the CEO. Within this role you will be responsible for leading a team of 2, and as the Senior Sourcing Manager for Core Marketing you will be responsible for sourcing the UK’s largest Financial Services spend. Marketing Sourcing is reasonably mature within the business which forces the team to develop and deliver truly innovative market shaping sourcing strategies. You will have considerable opportunity to influence at a senior level within the Marketing hierarchy. Reporting to the Head of Marketing Sourcing, and part of the Group Sourcing Extended Leadership Team. Our client offers clear career paths and development opportunities within and outside of Group Sourcing. To be considered suitable for this opportunity, you must have significant ATL and BTL Marketing Procurement experience, within industry leading organisations. You must also have exceptional relationship skills with the ability to bridge the gap between procurement and marketing. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95350Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:18:42 GMTGlobal FMCG Company are recruiting for an expert Market Intelligence Analyst to join their European team in Amsterdam, Netherlands. This is an exciting opportunity for a specialist within Commodity Market Intelligence. The Commodity Market Intelligence Manager will be an integral part of the procurement team and have strong collaboration with the US and business development. This position will give you the freedom and challenges to create an efficient area of expertise throughout business development, market analysis, new product development and negotiations with key customers. Key responsibilities will include: Support the Category Buyers with market assessments; researching and reporting impact analysis and generating reports for internal stakeholders Monitoring a range of Global Commodity indicators including exchange rates, interest rates, inflation and regulatory Understand consumer behaviour and preferences; reporting to Key Account Managers with research to support pricing discussions Reporting market metrics and maintaining Commodity market databases; collating market data from various sources and producing monthly presentations and reports Essential skills/experience required: Proven experience within the commodities of the raw material group of food products; dairy, chocolate, oils, sugar and macro-economic development Global experience of working within a matrix structure Impeccable reporting skills, quick thinker and proactive Ability to evaluate the risks and opportunities within the strategic commodity Extensive experience within market analysis and intelligence Proven negotiation skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels to both internal and external business partners Excellent stakeholder engagement Experience within a global international FMCG company Proactive, quick thinker and entrepreneurial Some travel will be required ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Business ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ European Commodity Market Intelligence Analyst - Amsterdam, Netherlandshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95347Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:33:56 GMTA global player within the manufacturing industry is looking to expand their Supply Chain team with an experienced EMEA Supply Chain Manager. This is a position for a strong Supply Chain professional looking after key account customers and proactively developing the medium to long term strategy within Supply Chain and Logistics. The position is challenging and rewarding and will focus on identifying opportunities to improve key performance indicators. You will have the ability to form strong connections with your customers and stakeholders, enabling an efficient Supply Chain, result and rapport. You will have a broad scope of end to end Supply Chain experience including knowledge of delivering requirements, packaging, labelling, fleet, and logistics together with reviewing contract conditions in conjunction with the legal department. In addition to this, experience with vendor managed inventory and customer requirements. You will be involved in both large and complex projects to support all areas of the business. The successful candidate will have: - Degree in Supply Chain or equivalent - Significant team management expertise and leadership qualities - Experience within end to end Supply Chain management - Fluent in German and English - Strong analytical skills and negotiation skills - Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement - Willingness to travel - Knowledge and preferably experience of working within the automotive sector ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Business ------------------------------------------------------------------------------http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95346Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:33:34 GMTOur client, a fast moving, innovative global technology and engineering company are seeking an experienced Senior Buyer with either packaging or automotive experience to join their team. This is an exciting position for a senior strategic procurement professional to apply their packaging experience with the opportunity to provide on-going support and mentoring to team members as well as driving forward change and strategies within the department. The successful Commodity Buyer will have a strong strategic responsibility over mainly packaging but will also incorporate chemicals. The successful Senior Buyer will need to have the following knowledge and experience: • Extensive experience either within the procurement of packaging (corrugated, tapes, tubes, corner tapes, pallets, etc) or automotive • Fluent German and English • Ability to use own initiative with the passion and enthusiasm to drive change and negotiations • Previous experience of Eastern and Asian markets • Supervisory experience • You must be pragmatic, organised with a willingness to learn • Effective work ethic • Analytical capability and excellent decision making skills to influence effective change management • Understanding of future markets • Outstanding communication skills with internal and external suppliers and stakeholders • Ability to work cross functionally with other departments and countries to deliver effective cost reductions and quality products ---------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Business ----------------------------------http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95345Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:33:06 GMTInternational manufacturing organisation, seeking an experienced Project Buyer for both new development projects and cost reduction projects. Main responsibilities: • Planning and executing Sourcing and Purchasing related actions in projects; both new development project or cost reduction projects • Timely start of production (from the Sourcing & Purchasing perspective) and successful achievement of target costs, quality and delivery objectives of projects • Assess sourcing needs with project leader (determine in detail relevant sourcing needs, material requirements, adequate technologies and allocate in detail target costs and expected quality) • Perform total cost analysis, preparing basis for decision during the project execution phase • Market research and supplier evaluation • Select suppliers based on commodity and/or project requirements and conduct negotiations • Draw up tooling contract/ownership agreement for all investments made at supplier premises • Execute and evaluate requests for quotation addressed to suppliers • Choose preferred development partners together with other functions within Sourcing & Purchasing • Schedule and coordinate the prototyping of tools and product samples • Prepare, maintain and report a consolidated view of project from the Sourcing & Purchasing perspective Essential skills required: • Fluent English • Solid purchasing/ procurement experience • Degree in Engineering or other technical qualification • Experience in sourcing and purchasing or alternatively quality, process or project management • Good technical knowledge in multi technologies like electronics, plastics, castings or electro-mechanics • Analytical thinking and result orientation • Good communication skills and assertiveness • Willingness to travel • Experience with electronics • Automotive and vehicle manufacturing experience or similar Desirable • Fluent Dutch or German -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95344Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:32:37 GMTYou have the opportunity to join a world class procurement team in a global organisation managing marketing spend across Europe. My Client are a world renowned organisation and they are looking for someone to join their team and manage marketing spend across Europe. You may not be a marketing expert, but it should be an area that interests you and an area of spend where you would like to develop more knowledge. Experience of working in sourcing functions, where you have gained knowledge of the procurement life-cycle will be something you want to continue to develop. Working in this complex international environments requires someone who is commercially aware with outstanding business intelligence. The ability to work with stakeholders locally and on a global level is something you are comfortable with. Therefore, your communication skills will be excellent and your command of German and English both spoken and written will be fluent. An eye for detail, a range of analytical skills and an entrepreneurial flair are all things you possess. You will be ambitious, keen to develop and learn new skills and my Client's rich heritage and international operations can match your ambitions. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95338Fri, 14 Jun 2013 10:55:32 GMTYou will be responsible for managing national spend across Norway for a Global brand within indirect procurement. An excellent opportunity to join a Global organisation that has undergone rapid growth in new areas. You will have the opportunity to develop within the organisation in a role which represents a key market for the company. You will have excellent stakeholder skills and be able to engage with stakeholders at all levels, whether they are local or based around the world. Examples of key projects you have managed and delivered across indirect procurement will be part of your experience within international companies With the many changes and the way the company is developing, you will be comfortable working in a changing landscape and implementing new strategies. You will also be able to successfully work with key stakeholders who do not have experience of working with procurement teams and be able to negotiate internally. Having the ability to step back, see the bigger picture and understand how local projects and directives shape the business internationally will be critical. Likewise, being able to implement global directives, work with local stakeholders and apply them into your own market will be essential. You will speak the local language and be fluent in business English. Strong academic background with professional qualifications are a pre-requisite. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95337Fri, 14 Jun 2013 10:54:29 GMTEuropean Senior Commodity Buyer - Brussels, Belgium. Our client, a global blue-chip manufacturing company are looking for a talented Procurement Professional to join their expanding team as an International Senior Commodity Buyer. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge, within a fast moving and challenging industry, offering excellent career progression and benefits including support with relocation. Main responsibilities for the successful International Senior Commodity Buyer will involve: • Purchasing components/raw materials for current and future products including high precision commodities • Managing Vendor relationships to ensure optimum cost solutions • Ensuring appropriate sourcing and supplier selection • Managing all commercial issues relating to suppliers • Ownership of strategic development of commodities Essential • Strong cost analysis and cost breakdown of raw materials • Strong negotiation skills based on analysis reports and findings from suppliers and visualisation of product design • Energetic and driven individual with the flexibility to adjust to new cultures and work in a complex organisation • Either automotive industry experience or at least in a similar production background such as white goods or manufacturing production line • Excellent qualifications predominantly in Engineering or similar degrees • Strong and capable analysing skills • Effective stakeholder engagement • Fluent English Desirable • Engineering background is required to illustrate innovative ideas for cost reduction and modification whilst working closely with the R&D and engineering departments • Solid experience within global companies with at least a European responsibility International Senior Commodity Buyer – Brussels, Belgium ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Business ------------------------------------------------------------------------------http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95336Fri, 14 Jun 2013 10:00:50 GMTFast moving, innovative global technology and engineering company are looking for EMEA senior buyer with electronic and PCBA procurement experience. This role is based in Germany, near to Frankfurt, and responsible for covering high precision commodity spend on an EMEA scale. You will have exceptional skills within the specialist areas of electronics, interconnectors, PCB and assembly boards, PCBA and the raw materials associated within this area. Your experience should significantly come from an automotive industry or at least you will have a passion to join this industry and come from a similar background. You will have excellent analytical skills to influence and drive change and negotiations in your area of responsibility. You will also have outstanding communication skills with internal and external suppliers and stakeholders. You will have previous experience of Eastern and Asian markets. You will take responsibility for your area and commodities and be able to work cross functionally with other departments and countries to deliver effective cost reductions and quality products. You will have a proactive and problem solving attitude using excellent intuitive skills and knowledge. Profile • You must be pragmatic, organised and have a strong, effective work ethic • Excellent negotiation skills and communication skills • Analytical capability and own decision making to influence effective change management • Drive, enthusiasm, and entrepreneurial spirit • Experience within an automotive or electronic industry is essential • Experience within the procurement of electronics assembly raw materials for PCBA and interconnectors • At least European scope with extensive experience • Understanding of future markets • Technical background is desired • Masters degree within a technical engineering background or similar • Essential fluency in German and English ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Business ------------------------------------------------------------------------------http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95335Fri, 14 Jun 2013 09:48:27 GMTLooking for an experienced Category/Procurement Manager with IT and non-IT category knowledge. A fantastic opportunity for a Senior Buyer level professional, who is now looking to make the next step in their Procurement career. My client is a leading Global On-line and Digital services business that is enjoying a period of change and growth. This role sits within the UK Procurement team, but you will have the opportunity of experiencing procurement activity across the Group and Regions. You will be responsible for managing the 3rd party spend across a number of categories, especially IT, ensuring that the strategies are aligned to the Group wide category plans. Building relationships across the business will be key to succeeding within this role, therefore your interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills must be spot on. The right candidate will be able to demonstrate a successful procurement track record within a similar corporate or Blue Chip environment. You will have proven experience within the IT category and have the opportunity of managing other Indirect services spend. The procurement team are making significant headway into the business, through a number of new policies and implementations and positive changes. This is a great time to join the team and you will have the opportunity to immediately make an impact. Responsibilities: • Undertakes rigorous business requirements analysis and aligns category strategies to Group objectives. • Develops and implements rigorous contracts for all critical, strategic and preferred suppliers within the category, incorporating service level and continuous improvement targets. • Maximises purchasing power on an appropriate Global/Regional/Country wide to improve its competitive edge and to deliver best value. • Develops and documents implementation plans that include comprehensive business requirements analysis and quantified cost reduction/improvement targets. • Supports or manages supplier contracts to meet the business needs using robust contracting methods. • Implements appropriate supplier management plans and manages supplier reviews for strategic / critical and preferred suppliers. • Holds regular review sessions with key customers and suppliers. • Supports the Regional Procurement Directors and other Group Procurement team members providing strategic direction and information on IT and non-IT categories. • Conducts procurement activity in accordance with stated ethics, CSR and other procurement and legal policies. • Maintains an effective communication plan detailing stakeholders, supplier contacts, and supplier reviews, cross functional workshops etc. Experience: • Graduate calibre or equivalent purchasing/ procurement or CIPS qualification, or proven level of expertise. • Experience working within a professional Procurement team or a commercial role within the IT function. • Can demonstrate category specific knowledge across IT and other Indirect spend Categories and a track record of delivering cost reduction across the same categories. • Demonstrates an understanding of strategic sourcing tools. • Has experience of managing communications across multiple stakeholder groups. • Has experience of conducting successful commercial negotiations. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95273Wed, 12 Jun 2013 12:59:24 GMTAn interim requirement to join our London based client, supporting the Procurement function with an Oracle roll out and tactical duties. This interim role, based in London, is with a leading financial services provider. You will act as an Interim until the end of 2013 with potential to extend to cover the roll out of the new Oracle “epass” procurement system (due 2014). Initially, you will be responsible for extending the use of the current procurement system (currently only used in IT), across other departments/ geographies. You should be prepared to • Attend stakeholder meetings to explain the benefit of the system, and gain “buy in”. • Enter details of new suppliers and country organisations onto the system. • Liaise with the support team in the US. • Train users (training will be provided). • Some travel across EMEA may be required You will need to be a self starter, focussed on delivery, with experience in the use of procurement or p2p systems. You will also have an understanding of the importance of business stakeholder relationships. It would be hugely beneficial for you to demonstrate some procurement experience, and experience of rolling out Oracle (or a similar p2p system), but this is not essential. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95260Wed, 12 Jun 2013 10:20:33 GMTLooking for an experienced Strategic Procurement/Supply Chain professional for a team lead role in a market leading organisation This is a high profile role that supports numerous areas of the business, identifying and implementing the strategic direction of the team, across a multiple functions, mainly across procurement & supply chain, in the Operations side of the business. My client is a market leading organisation and one of the most recognised brands within the UK. Due to continual growth and development, they are now looking for a senior manager to develop the strategic partnerships within the Operations Enablement team, for both Vendors and senior stakeholders within the business. We are looking for a Commercially focussed individual with a strong background in Procurement and Supply Chain, excellent B2B exposure and an individual with a vision to expand the role and develop the team. Team management experience is a must as there is an existing headcount which is due to increase over the next year or so. Responsibilities: -Setting clear objectives to meet and exceed business strategies; managing, motivating and developing your team -Providing and enabling thoughtful leadership for flexible, scalable and adaptable sourcing strategies -Maintaining ‘hands on’ commercial management, ensuring that short, medium and long term business objectives are identified and understood - Developing appropriate solutions, initiatives and frameworks for the commercial management, analysis and assessment of suppliers -Effective end-to-end procurement management, identifying and driving strategies that deliver improvements -Implementing leading practice and agile procurement systems, providing timely and accurate reporting as required -Building strong influencing relationships at senior stakeholder level Experience: -Strong commercial B2B experience -Full knowledge of the end to end procurement value chain & experience delivering end to end systems, processes and frameworks -Confident with large scale complex business strategies in an ever changing environment -Proven experience in Procurement -Strong leadership skills -Exposure to in-depth systems used in supply chain e.g. SAP and others -Knowledge of implementing performance measurement tools -Sound commercial acumen/judgment; highly capable of understanding complex business issues -Tenacious & confident self-starter -Excellent analytical skills and experience -Proven organisational, communication and presentation skills This is not a straightforward procurement role and my client is looking for someone who can see the bigger picture and be able to demonstrate implementing strategies at a senior and more commercial level. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95223Tue, 11 Jun 2013 16:14:29 GMTThis role will play a pivotal role in a global brand for Logistics, Warehousing and Transportation. You may have a broad indirects background. You will be part of a team handling the EMEA spends for Logistics, Warehousing and Transportation. You may have a broad indirects background or experience of the logistics area or a significant sourcing background from a manufacturing environment - ideally both. Profile: - Solid strategic procurement experience. - Preferably in multi-national matrix organisation. - International experience strongly preferred. - Dynamic team player able to work with multicultural stakeholders in various locations. - Convincing communicator at all levels, across regions and functions. - Advanced presentation skills. - Entrepreneurial mind set, out of the box thinker, strategic. - A change accelerator. - Strong initiative taker with follow through to execution. - English fluent, other languages an asset. - Travel as needed across the EMEA region. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Business ------------------------------------------------------------------------------http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95215Tue, 11 Jun 2013 11:21:17 GMTThis is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Buyer to progress their career with a Global Financial Services company. Our client, a leading business within its field, is looking to grow their team and is subsequently looking for a Buyer with some previous experience within the IT Category. We are looking to speak with candidates who are ambitious, driven and looking to progress their career within a small but growing team. - You will be motivated, driven, a self-starter and have excellent relationship building skills. - Degree and/or CIPS. - Dynamic and driven. Opportunity to grow your experience on a Global level. Excellent bonus scheme on offer. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95188Mon, 10 Jun 2013 16:24:18 GMTOur client, a leading business within its field, is looking to grow their team and is subsequently looking for an experienced Category Manager. We are looking to speak with candidates who have good "generalist" experience but in particular within the HR and Professional Services categories. Skills/ Experience: You will have proven experience in a number of non - IT categories. You will be a self-starter, self-motivated and able to manage your own work load. Degree and/or CIPS. Excellent relationship building skills. Previous experience within a financial services environment would benefit. Key responsibilities will be to: • Work with the Head of Procurement to determine and implement full end-to-end category procurement strategies across a range of spend areas • Identify and engage with stakeholders to raise the profile of the procurement function • Build and maintain strong internal relationships and buy-in to procurement best practice across business units • Develop category plans, run tenders, and conduct negotiations Excellent bonus scheme. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95187Mon, 10 Jun 2013 16:21:52 GMTThis is a fantastic opportunity for an experience Category Manager with IT Procurement experience to join a Greenfield team in a fast paced environment. Our client, a Global organisation and the largest in the world of its kind, is looking for an experience IT Category Manager to join its growing team. You will work as part of a team of specialist technology sourcing resources with responsibility for supporting the procurement of our clients global technology requirements across the IT, telecom and market data categories. Demonstrable achievements within the IT category Previous Global experience Degree and/or CIPS Some previous Management experience as there will be a small team of 2 or 3 to manage Self motivated Self Managing Driven Key Accountabilities: • Work closely with the Head of Global Infrastructure IT, the IIT management team, business unit IT heads and other technology stakeholders to develop and implement sourcing strategies & plans. • Development and management of key internal stakeholder relationships. • Execution of the category plan; oversight of sourcing & contracting activities. • Close liaison with the operational IT, telecom and market data purchasing teams across EMEA, the Americas and AsiaPac. • To ensure full understanding of stakeholder drivers & requirements and the provision of appropriate support & solutions. • Ability to understand and author complex business documents including reports, business cases, terms of reference, RFP’s, contract documentation etc. • Advanced category management, communication, financial analysis, legal / contracting, negotiation, project management, relationship management, strategic sourcing, Supplier management and Presentation skills. Some travel required Excellent package and bonus scheme ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95186Mon, 10 Jun 2013 16:08:02 GMTA great opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious Buyer who already has some experience within a Purchasing environment. Immediate start required. **6 month fixed term contract** Our client, a well known Charity, is looking for an enthusiastic, personable Buyer with experience of the procurement process, who is able to work as part of a busy team, primarily processing branch orders, offering help desk advice plus helping to develop & manage central supplier deals through the tender process and using supplier relationship management techniques. It is important that the successful candidate is amiable and able to fit in to a very busy buying team. You will need to deal with both internal customers and suppliers in a polite and professional manner, at times under pressure. You must have excellent attention to detail and preferably have some experience of using a P2P (Purchase to Pay) system, although full training will be provided. Responsibilities: • Manage and maintain the supplies of goods within the assigned category of spend. • Process, analyse and report on all requests for goods and services submitted through the P2P system. • Manage the relationships with suppliers within the assigned category of spend • Achieve best prices and best value for goods and services purchased • Responsible for ensuring compliance to spend policies • Organise and prioritise personal workload on a daily basis • Processing requisitions received in the P2P system • Process “off system” orders • Issue and analyse reports on purchasing activity within the P2P system • Negotiating and updating item records in purchasing catalogues within the P2P system • Sourcing new items and suppliers • Actively monitor and update the price lists for goods and services in the catalogues within the P2P system Person Specification: • GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths • Some previous Procurement experience • Competent user of Microsoft office, word, excel and PowerPoint • Experience of using a Finance or procurement system in a business environment. • Proven experience of dealing with a variety of Customers with different needs • Experience of managing own workload • Experience of working within a team environment • Ability to work on own initiative • Effective verbal, written communication and presentation skills. Must be available for an immediate start ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95114Fri, 7 Jun 2013 17:11:10 GMTThis is a fantastic opportunity for a junior buyer/purchasing assistant who is looking to move their career forward within an established organisation. Our client is an internationally renowned organisation which operates in a regulated environment, and is a leading institution in its field. Due to the growing importance of procurement within the organisation, they are looking to improve the current team by employing an Assistant Buyer to assist in the everyday smooth running of the Procurement Department This position will be varied. You will be contributing to a diverse, unique organisation. This is a challenging role as the Purchasing Department is a young, vibrant department and as such, are looking for people who can really make a difference in the procurement process. To be able to make a significant impact in this role, you must: • Have some general purchasing experience • Have the ability to grasp challenges quickly • Be able to work independently when required • Be ambitious, enthusiastic, and most importantly be hard working • You will be required to assist with day to day administration and generally provide support to the Purchasing team • You will take on responsibility for some low risk tenders • You will be given the opportunity to progress your purchasing career ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95113Fri, 7 Jun 2013 17:10:42 GMTA great opportunity in a newly created position, for an experienced Sourcing Manager with a Technology focus. My client is a leading and successful Financial Services organisation, who is currently recruiting for an experienced Sourcing Manager to support the Procurement and Supply Chain teams. This is a newly created role and the start of an expansion programme within this team. The role will lend itself to the opportunity of onward development and progression for the successful candidate. Reporting to the Head of Technology Sourcing, you will manage the sourcing process of a holistic IT spend, including Hardware, Software, Professional Services and SW Licencing. Therefore, it is essential that you have significant Indirect IT sourcing experience. This is a high profile role so you must also have very strong stakeholder management and relationship skills. You will be able to successfully perform the following: 1. Design, lead and implement category market leading sourcing arrangements for IT spend categories 2. Sourcing leadership to all strategic projects that carry Board level visibility – specific leadership to running the end to end tendering process, to include negotiating the pricing and contracts 3. On-going proactive review of existing category arrangements in collaboration with category business executives and owners, to include ownership of the category policy to ensure full compliance and least cost 4. Proactive business engagement to ensure business policy compliant behaviour re strategic sourcing opportunities based upon external best practice and benchmarking opportunities 5. Delivery of significant (£1M+) annual cost reduction and cost avoidance benefit 6. Lead negotiator to multi million pound contracts and sourcing arrangements 7. Support to business category owners to drive upwards preferred supplier and channel compliance to external market best practice standards 8. To excel in a professional and high performing category sourcing team 9. To lead the implementation of strategic and preferred suppliers for IT categories and drive downwards the number of active suppliers 10. Work in collaboration with Supplier Relationship Managers with respect to the management of strategic supplier relationships (business critical and high spend), leading all key commercial aspects. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95112Fri, 7 Jun 2013 17:09:36 GMTA great opportunity in a newly created position, for an experienced Contracts Manager with a Technology focus. My client is a leading and successful Financial Services organisation, who is currently recruiting for an experienced Contracts Manager to support the Procurement and Supply Chain teams. This is a newly created role and the start of an expansion programme within this team. The role will lend itself to the opportunity of onward development and progression for the successful candidate, once they have proved that they can deliver successfully across the range of contracts. Working closely with the Sourcing team, you will be responsible for the contract negotiations and renewals to maximise value and minimise risk within the agreed limits of the terms. Working closely with high level internal and external stakeholders, across Sourcing, Supply Chain, Legal and Finance, you will ensure the best value solutions and maximise the commercial benefit of the organisation. Responsibilities: •Take responsibility for contract renewals and new contracts as required and ensure delivery on time •Engaging proactively with relevant business/Sourcing/Supplier Managers to ensure best value solutions and all relevant legal/regulatory/technical requirements are included in contracts •Review and manage the contracts uploaded to the Oracle Contracts Database to ensure records are up to date and all renewals/new contracts are uploaded correctly •Explore and deliver with Contract Operations Manager and Sourcing Managers opportunities for supplier reduction where similar requirements are delivered by more than one supplier •Assisting Sourcing Managers in identifying suitable requirements for e-Auctions and the running thereof •Working with the Sourcing and Contract Operations Managers to proactively review and analyse existing supplier base to identify category efficiencies and savings through consolidation and rationalisation •Work in collaboration with the CIO Asset Management team to support the legal deployment of software products •Assist Contracts Operations Manager in identifying efficiency and process improvements in order to facilitate a quality service Experience: •Proven use of tools and systems including ERP, Service Desk, Office etc. •Strong negotiation skills and knowledge of contracts •Good understanding of software licensing methodologies •Experience of using electronic requisitioning / ordering systems (Oracle preferred) •Strong team ethos and desire to learn and develop •Excellent written and verbal communication skills •Strong commercial awareness •Qualified or working to MCIPS qualification ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95111Fri, 7 Jun 2013 17:08:59 GMTDue to significant growth and investment within the Procurement function, my client is looking for an experienced Buyer with category knowledge across FM and IT. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate, where you will have the opportunity of working within a collaborative environment and the chance of developing your career within a growing team. Reporting to the Category Lead, you will be accountable for the execution of sourcing programs, data collection and analysis. You will bring to the role a sound knowledge of the cradle to grave procurement process, preparation of bid plans and documents and experience of managing relationships with suppliers and stakeholders alike. This is an exciting time to join this industry leader, who are currently enjoying a huge amount of success supporting their many industries and client base. Undoubtedly a great opportunity for career development for the right candidate. Key Accountabilities: • Data collection and analysis for projects. • Commodity research and spend analysis. • Building of strong relationships with key internal stakeholders. • Provides guidance on best practice sourcing to the organisation. • Stays up-to-date about customers’ needs and expectations. • Bid management to include development of sourcing strategy, stakeholder mapping and engagement, bud solicitation, contract negotiation and award, and on-going supplier governance. • Execution of sourcing plans, especially implementation of change programs involving new suppliers or spend practice. • Sourcing of one-off, high value transactions. Behavioural requirements: • Able to adapt pace of delivery to meet business requirements. • Independent, self-starting. • Can learn new skills and knowledge. Picks up on technical things quickly. • Customer Focus. Is highly customer focused and concerned with meeting and exceeding customer expectations. • Influencing. Proactive and able to influence others in the business interest. Qualifications: • Relevant business degree (desirable) • Membership of relevant professional bodies (desirable) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95110Fri, 7 Jun 2013 17:06:40 GMTA great opportunity for an experienced Marketing Procurement professional within a global giant A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Marketing Procurement professional to join one of the most recognised brands in the world. With a strong track record within Marketing procurement, your role will be to provide expert knowledge and strategy development across all Marketing related procurement activity. Liaising with the global procurement team, you will identify and implement the most suitable strategies for the local category plan. You will manage the full procurement process for all key projects and ensuring the supplier selection to fulfill the requirements. Managing the stakeholder relationships at a UK and global level will be key to succeed in this role, therefore my client is looking for an excellent individual with strong soft skills and commercial awareness. The Marketing category will cover Marketing communications (above and below the line), Media, Digital Marketing, Public Relations, Local Sponsorship, Experiential Marketing and Events. Experience required: - Track record within Marketing procurement (ATL/BTL) - Experienced contracts negotiator and challenges the business requirements - Proficient knowledge of contract law - Experienced in strategic sourcing and supplier management - Good understanding of financial modelling and total cost of ownership Desired - Procurement experience from blue chip or large corporate environment. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95082Fri, 7 Jun 2013 15:09:13 GMTOur client, currently going through an exciting period of change and transitioning, is looking for two commercial contracts analysts/experts. Overview and key elements: Drafting and writing the commercials for IT services contracts. Outsourcing ideally. These roles don’t sit within Procurement. Must have extensive experience of “writing” and “developing” services contracts (outsourcing) and coming up with options. Not dealing with suppliers, so no negotiation, no stakeholder management etc. To support the development of Transitional Service Agreements (TSAs) required for a number of divestments. To develop commercial proposals to support the negotiation process for the agreements. Experience requirements: • Expert knowledge of IT and Operational service agreements • Considerable experience of creating and negotiating service contracts • Financial services industry experience, including knowledge of Senior Management Arrangements, Systems and Controls for material outsourcing (SYSC8) • Ability to conduct commercial impact assessments, develop options and present recommendations • Divestment / transaction experience desirable ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95022Thu, 6 Jun 2013 13:44:50 GMTA fantastic opportunity to join a global FMCG company within their worldwide Headquarters in Switzerland (near Zurich). My client are seeking a highly motivated Indirect Raw Materials Sourcing Specialist with experience of Packaging Procurement and Product Design and Development. An ability to translate design and marketing briefs and understand the importance of packaging within a retail environment is a key factor within this role. Key Responsibilities will include: - Manage the Global Indirect Raw Materials supply base - Negotiate contracts and conduct business reviews and vendor ratings; from 8 million CHF spend - Manage sub-commodities including corrugated, folding boxes, printed cards and labels - Review design and marketing briefs to define packaging production techniques - Working with suppliers to ensure on-time development and manufacturing of packaging materials at negotiated quality, cost and service - Opportunity to travel to main manufacturing sites Worldwide - Taking responsibility for leading projects within commodity area Essential Skills/Experience required: - Degree in Engineering / Business Administration / Supply Chain Management - Experience within Product Design and Development and Packaging Procurement - Proven experience of sourcing and costing complex indirect/raw materials - Fluent English (both written and verbal), German is an advantage - Excellent negotiation skills - FMCG / retail / fashion industry experience - Excellent supplier engagement skills - Self motivated and analytical team player - Project Management; optimising supplier base ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Business ------------------------------------------------------------------------------http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95020Thu, 6 Jun 2013 12:18:24 GMTAre you looking for a new position in a global company? My Client are looking for a Category Manager professional to join their EMEA function. Key Accountabilities: • Direct responsibility for Category Management of all Raw Material Category and any other related category assigned in order to support EMEA business needs • Cost must be driven out of the Organization through effective Category Management Implementation • Functional responsibility for working with the Regional Supply Chain Managers to ensure that the planned results are delivered and that best practice is shared across EMEA for the specific Category Responsibility: • Leading a cross-functional category management team. • Conducting supply market analysis and cost models. • Developing and implementing negotiation strategies. • Interface with Senior Management to communicate strategies and positions. Personal profile and qualifications: • Strong personal drive and commitment to deliver on time results • MSc in Engineering/ Manufacturing or BSc in Economics. MBA or equivalent preferred. • Extensive experience in Raw Material procurement. • Experience of working in an international team and closely with other Category Managers to improve processes and standardise procurement across the function • Previous exposure and knowledge of LCC Raw Material market and supply base would be an advantage ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Business ------------------------------------------------------------------------------http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=95011Thu, 6 Jun 2013 10:21:21 GMTThis vacancy represents an excellent opportunity to work for a forward thinking, customer focused financial services organisation, who excel within the insurance arena. Recognised as an employer of choice, your career progression and professional development will be encouraged. This role is rather niche as it requires a professional with strong relationship management experience within the MOTOR CLAIMS sector. You MUST be able to demonstrate experience of managing relationships with motor claims suppliers (e.g. Personal Injury, Repairs, Windscreens etc) to be considered for this opportunity. You will join a vibrant team, headed by a supportive and energetic manager (Head of GI Claims Supplier Management), who receive senior level support and attention from within the business. Therefore, you must have gravitas and credibility to engage with senior stakeholders. You will have a proven dynamic and self-motivated style, with energy and ability to deliver at pace and drive change. Your role will encompass the following: • To develop and manage key supplier account plans to include revenue targets, continuous cost and service improvement plans, issues, potential growth/ change, contractual and regulatory requirements, risk/ reward and exit strategy • To assess and establish a relationship development programme • Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and Group policies • Share business strategy and develop a knowledge base about the suppliers' business objectives, market and competition • To develop relationships which will enable greater influence over suppliers’ new product and service development and deliver competitive advantage • To manage, in conjunction with Sourcing Managers and other relevant key stakeholders, supplier communications • Ensure financial management (financial health and benchmarking) is undertaken on an agreed periodic basis in line with contractual requirements • To instigate and manage the renegotiation of contracts in conjunction with the Sourcing Manager and the relevant business owner • Align collaborative supplier strategies to reduce bid cost overheads and deliver greater speed and flexibility of change • Understand aggregate supplier demand and negotiate in conjunction with the Sourcing Manager the best possible deals • Understand the supplier contract in detail and the implications of actions/ decisions regarding it • Manage relevant stakeholder relationships and support the Executive sponsor • Provide an escalation route for specific supplier poor operational performance in respect of contractual penalties/mitigation ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Business ------------------------------------------------------------------------------http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=94891Mon, 3 Jun 2013 17:25:27 GMTA global manufacturing leader is looking for an experienced procurement professional with MRO or packaging experience to join their team. This is a really exciting and challenging position for a strong strategic procurement professional to take complete responsibility over this large commodity area. The successful Global Category Manager will have the opportunity to develop and take responsibility for larger projects and Commodity areas as the role develops. Key responsibilities will include: - Create and develop new procurement strategies - Deliver cost savings across European level - Manage internal and external stakeholder relationships including VP of Procurement and external suppliers - Create buy-in and effective solutions across the commodity areas - Identify and deliver cost savings - Manage supplier base across category area and implement best practice - Support procure-to-pay process improvements within category area - Create metrics with the support of internal teams to demonstrate success for each cost centre and P&L affected - Lead change towards a centralised process - Opportunity to travel within the role Skills/Experience required: - Industry experience within a global manufacturing company - MRO and/or packaging commodity experience, preferably on an EMEA scale - Excellent strategic procurement skills - Proven stakeholder engagement and EMEA responsibility - Experience of indirect categories is a benefit - Project experience within procurement is essential - Excellent communication and negotiation skills -Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to work within a matrix organisation - Fluent in English, other languages such as German and French are an advantage - Degree or MBA or NEVI II - Strong analytical skills - Knowledge of Lean, six sigma and supply chain methodology Based in Netherlands, The Hague area ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Business ------------------------------------------------------------------------------http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=94873Mon, 3 Jun 2013 12:49:45 GMTThis is a fantastic opportunity for a junior buyer/purchasing assistant who is looking to move their career forward within an established organisation. Our client is an internationally renowned organisation which operates in a regulated environment, and is a leading institution in its field. Due to the growing importance of procurement within the organisation, they are looking to improve the current team by employing an Assistant Buyer to assist in the everyday smooth running of the Procurement Department This position will be varied. You will be contributing to a diverse, unique organisation. This is a challenging role as the Purchasing Department is a young, vibrant department and as such, are looking for people who can really make a difference in the procurement process. To be able to make a significant impact in this role, you must: • Have some general purchasing experience • Have the ability to grasp challenges quickly • Be able to work independently when required • Be ambitious, enthusiastic, and most importantly be hard working • You will be required to assist with day to day administration and generally provide support to the Purchasing team • You will take on responsibility for some low risk tenders • You will be given the opportunity to progress your purchasing career ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=94825Fri, 31 May 2013 17:15:46 GMTDue to significant growth and investment within the Procurement function, my client is looking for an experienced Buyer with category knowledge across FM and IT. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate, where you will have the opportunity of working within a collaborative environment and the chance of developing your career within a growing team. Reporting to the Category Lead, you will be accountable for the execution of sourcing programs, data collection and analysis. You will bring to the role a sound knowledge of the cradle to grave procurement process, preparation of bid plans and documents and experience of managing relationships with suppliers and stakeholders alike. This is an exciting time to join this industry leader, who are currently enjoying a huge amount of success supporting their many industries and client base. Undoubtedly a great opportunity for career development for the right candidate. Key Accountabilities: • Data collection and analysis for projects. • Commodity research and spend analysis. • Building of strong relationships with key internal stakeholders. • Provides guidance on best practice sourcing to the organisation. • Stays up-to-date about customers’ needs and expectations. • Bid management to include development of sourcing strategy, stakeholder mapping and engagement, bud solicitation, contract negotiation and award, and on-going supplier governance. • Execution of sourcing plans, especially implementation of change programs involving new suppliers or spend practice. • Sourcing of one-off, high value transactions. Behavioural requirements: • Able to adapt pace of delivery to meet business requirements. • Independent, self-starting. • Can learn new skills and knowledge. Picks up on technical things quickly. • Customer Focus. Is highly customer focused and concerned with meeting and exceeding customer expectations. • Influencing. Proactive and able to influence others in the business interest. Qualifications: • Relevant business degree (desirable) • Membership of relevant professional bodies (desirable) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=94768Thu, 30 May 2013 17:15:25 GMTA chance to join our leading retail client, data managing GNFR spend of circa £1.3b. Spend Analysis and data management. Our client is a leading European retail giant, offering scope for European career progression. As part of procurement's growing impact, you will join the Group Purchasing function as an Analyst, managing and interpreting circa £1.3bn of GNFR (indirect) spend. You will have strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, etc.), coupled with a commercial outlook and sensitivity to influence and challenge the stakeholder community. You will also need to be able to work autonomously, and the ability to speak French and/ or Polish would be a massive advantage (but not essential). This is a superb opportunity for a Procurement/ Spend Analyst to progress their career in a blue chip, multi-channel retail giant. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=94767Thu, 30 May 2013 17:14:10 GMTA great opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious Buyer who already has some experience within a Purchasing environment. Immediate start required. **6 month fixed term contract** Our client, a well known Charity, is looking for an enthusiastic, personable Buyer with experience of the procurement process, who is able to work as part of a busy team, primarily processing branch orders, offering help desk advice plus helping to develop & manage central supplier deals through the tender process and using supplier relationship management techniques. It is important that the successful candidate is amiable and able to fit in to a very busy buying team. You will need to deal with both internal customers and suppliers in a polite and professional manner, at times under pressure. You must have excellent attention to detail and preferably have some experience of using a P2P (Purchase to Pay) system, although full training will be provided. Responsibilities: • Manage and maintain the supplies of goods within the assigned category of spend. • Process, analyse and report on all requests for goods and services submitted through the P2P system. • Manage the relationships with suppliers within the assigned category of spend • Achieve best prices and best value for goods and services purchased • Responsible for ensuring compliance to spend policies • Organise and prioritise personal workload on a daily basis • Processing requisitions received in the P2P system • Process “off system” orders • Issue and analyse reports on purchasing activity within the P2P system • Negotiating and updating item records in purchasing catalogues within the P2P system • Sourcing new items and suppliers • Actively monitor and update the price lists for goods and services in the catalogues within the P2P system Person Specification: • GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths • Some previous Procurement experience • Competent user of Microsoft office, word, excel and PowerPoint • Experience of using a Finance or procurement system in a business environment. • Proven experience of dealing with a variety of Customers with different needs • Experience of managing own workload • Experience of working within a team environment • Ability to work on own initiative • Effective verbal, written communication and presentation skills. Must be available for an immediate start ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=94766Thu, 30 May 2013 17:13:12 GMTA fantastic opportunity for a confident, driven buyer to progress their career with a Global household name. If you are a driven, confident self-starter looking to progress your career within an established purchasing/ procurement environment, this could be the ideal opportunity for you. You will have had some previous experience within a purchasing/ procurement environment and an understanding of procurement. You will be smart and ambitious, and willing to go the extra mile but in return you will be rewarded with training, variety and an opportunity to progress within a global environment. - Degree Educated - High attention to detail - Ability to multi task - Great relationship building skills - Proficient in Microsoft Office suite - particularly PowerPoint, Word and Excel ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=94764Thu, 30 May 2013 17:06:35 GMTOur client is a FTSE 250 international pharmaceutical organisation experiencing rapid growth. Reporting to the newly appointed Supply Chain Manager, your principle relationships will be with warehousing and distribution, customer services, procurement and business services and production. You will join a function which is responsible for developing, managing and communicating integrated supply plans for Site including production activity, shipping schedules, delivery schedules, maintenance schedules, utility shut-downs, validation training and customer orders for the Interventional Medicine business. Principal Responsibilities 1. To maintain master production schedule and materials requisition plan. 2. To optimise customer service levels taking account of local times, production priorities, new accounts, stock, etc.; to co-ordinate and monitor order requirements. 3. To plan and monitor inventory levels in line with business objectives and stocking policies. 4. To procure supplies liaising with suppliers and purchasing department. 5. To enhance manufacturing resource planning system where possible. 6. To advise internally and externally (suppliers) on timelines for production and product releases. 7. To adjust plans as needed to take into account short-term priorities and unplanned events. 8. Ensure that all interactions and engagements are carried out with the highest ethical and professional standards and that all work is accomplished with quality and in accordance with company values. 9. Carry out other reasonable tasks as required by the Line Manager. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=94761Thu, 30 May 2013 17:02:12 GMTAn exciting opportunity with an International specialist Healthcare company, supporting clinical operations and managing both monetary and legal aspects of Contracts. The Role: To provide comprehensive support and to manage the negotiation of monetary and legal aspects of contracts, whilst identifying opportunities. • Provide support to Clinical Development for vendor selection, contracting and negotiating vendor/CRO agreements across high complexity global clinical development programmes • Provide strategic insight and awareness of industry best practices for service provider selection and management • Responsible for the negotiation of agreements using favourable pricing models including the consideration of value-based pricing models • Building strategic relationships with vendors supplying clinical services • Support clinical study team members in screening suitable vendors supplying the required services • Lead the process of generating requests for proposals and subsequently review proposals • Determine timing and appropriateness of milestone payments as the clinical trials progress • Participate/lead vendor governance meetings • Participates and/or leads departmental process improvement initiatives • Support quality team in drafting new processes • Ensuring that all interactions and engagements are carried out with the highest ethical and professional standards Education and Experience: • Degree in science or business discipline, or equivalent • Substantial experience within procurement and dealing with the practical and monetary elements of third party supply contracts for clinical trial services with vendors, hospitals and clinical trial sites including initiation, tendering, evaluation, negotiation and award • Experience with the specific aspects of contract negotiation in a regulated health care or pharmaceutical environment including management of risk, subject injury, indemnification and insurance • Understanding of clinical trial protocol requirements and the subsequent implementation of clinical research in for-profit, non-profit and governmentally funded health care environments • Experience with the pricing of clinical services, the respective roles of the institution, investigator and clinical departments, including points for negotiation and compromise. • Practical experience in identifying exiting arrangements and agreements where additional value could be added to the business • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite to include Word; Project, Access and Excel • Knowledge and application of project management methodologies Skills and Attributes: • Performance driven, customer-focused and cost-conscious dynamic operations professional with a strong influential personality who is comfortable working closely within a multi-disciplinary team across setting • Excellent communication and negotiation skills in dealing with third parties and internal stakeholders ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=94760Thu, 30 May 2013 17:01:43 GMTOur client, a fast moving, innovative global technology and engineering company are seeking an experienced EMEA Commodity Manager to join their dynamic corporate team. This is an exciting position for a strong procurement professional to deliver high quality strategic decisions and results within indirect services. This will give you the opportunity to provide on–going support and leadership to cross functional teams, specifically throughout travel, fleet and HR procurement. You will be responsible for driving change involving strong stakeholder engagement and negotiations, together with analysing the market and taking the best steps forward. The successful Commodity Manager will need to have the following knowledge and experience: Essential - Fluent in English and German - Experience within a manufacturing and international environment - Experience within indirect services, specifically HR, travel and fleet, others are an extra benefit - Spend of 130 Million USD - Teamwork; provide leadership and training where required - Strategic responsibility and drive change - Excellent negotiation skills and stakeholder engagement with experience of working in a matrix organisation Desirable - E-procurement technology and SAP - Excellent analysis of the market, reporting and acting on findings - Utilise TCO to utilise procurement strategies - Excellent legal, economic and taxation knowledge - Willing to travel where necessary - Strong character but ability to adapt and communicate with all levels in and outside of the business - Pragmatic, insightful and organised Provides a competitive salary of €60-75k, health pension, bonus and relocation (based in Germany near Frankfurt) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=94747Thu, 30 May 2013 12:33:38 GMTMy clients are looking for a driven and passionate global commodity manager to continue their career in an international manufacturing company. • You will have a passion and drive for procurement and innovative ideas to improve yourself and the procurement strategy. • Your background will be heavily involved in steel especially within non-ferrous materials and die casting. • You will want to continue within a manufacturing company with a high influence of automation. • You should have a technical and engineering background to enable strong negotiating skills. • Prepare recommendations based on analysis of findings from suppliers and visualisation of product design. • You will be an energetic and driven individual who will have flexibility to adjust to new cultures and work in a complex organisation. • You will be responsible for developing new projects and supplier management • You will have a strong influence in developing and implementing the procurement strategy in line with corporate focus. Requirements • Excellent qualifications predominantly in Engineering or similar degrees • Automotive industry background • Commodity experience within die casting and non-ferrous materials • Strong and capable analysing skills • Strong negotiating skills • Effective stakeholder engagement • Technical and engineering background • Firm presentation and recommendations skills • Fluent English and a good level of German ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=94746Thu, 30 May 2013 12:30:47 GMTGlobal FMCG Company are recruiting for an expert Market Intelligence Analyst to join their European team in Amsterdam, Netherlands. This is an exciting opportunity for a specialist within Commodity Market Intelligence. The Commodity Market Intelligence Manager will be an integral part of the procurement team and have strong collaboration with the US and business development. This position will give you the freedom and challenges to create an efficient area of expertise throughout business development, market analysis, new product development and negotiations with key customers. Key responsibilities will include: Support the Category Buyers with market assessments; researching and reporting impact analysis and generating reports for internal stakeholders Monitoring a range of Global Commodity indicators including exchange rates, interest rates, inflation and regulatory Understand consumer behaviour and preferences; reporting to Key Account Managers with research to support pricing discussions Reporting market metrics and maintaining Commodity market databases; collating market data from various sources and producing monthly presentations and reports Essential skills/experience required: Proven experience within the commodities of the raw material group of food products; dairy, chocolate, oils, sugar and macro-economic development Global experience of working within a matrix structure Impeccable reporting skills, quick thinker and proactive Ability to evaluate the risks and opportunities within the strategic commodity Extensive experience within market analysis and intelligence Proven negotiation skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels to both internal and external business partners Excellent stakeholder engagement Experience within a global international FMCG company Proactive, quick thinker and entrepreneurial Some travel will be required ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Business ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ European Commodity Market Intelligence Analyst - Amsterdam, Netherlandshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=94744Thu, 30 May 2013 12:08:02 GMTThis is an exciting opportunity for a bright and ambitious self-starter that is ready for the next stage of their procurement career. This is still a Greenfield environment, with the opportunity to influence the development of the Procurement function. The Board has recognised the need for an increased focus on procurement to develop a consistent approach that will deliver significantly greater value and financial benefit, whilst improving controls and risk mitigation. Overall spend is approximately £120m per annum. Opportunities to make a difference and develop you procurement career are excellent! As the Procurement Manager you will be expected to take full ownership of procurement projects. This will include support for new business requirements, as well as working with the business to identify opportunities and take accountability for their delivery. Business units have typically conducted their own procurement in the past so effective networking and relationship building will be critical in this role. This is a role that will require an adept and confident communicator to win ‘the hearts and minds’ of the business unit leaders. Reporting to the Head of Procurement, this will be a dynamic and varied role with opportunities to develop and gain experience across several different procurement categories (e.g. Professional Services, HR, Marketing, IT and Facilities Management). Key responsibilities will be to: • Work with the Head of Procurement to determine and implement full end-to-end category procurement strategies across a range of Greenfield spend areas • Identify and engage with stakeholders to raise the profile of the procurement function • Build and maintain strong internal relationships and buy-in to procurement best practice across business units • Influence and add commercial rigour to a group spend of c£120m • Participate in cross-functional teams in the delivery of procurement opportunities • Develop category plans, run tenders, and conduct negotiations • Liaise with the Legal department to agree appropriate contractual terms • Support the implementation and roll-out of new Purchase-to-Pay system • Work on ad-hoc projects as required Technical Skills & Qualifications:- Required: • Good understanding of the end-to-end procurement process • Background in a best practice procurement environment • Record of delivering sustainable cost savings, performance efficiencies and risk mitigation • Experience developing and implementing category strategies • Knowledge of procurement best practice tools, processes and systems • Ability to work with and influence cross-functional teams • Good analytical and negotiation skills • Understanding of commercial contracts, including key legal terms • Willingness to work flexibly across a range of projects and categories • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office, in particular Excel • Educated to degree level or equivalent Desirable: • CIPS qualified (or studying towards) • Experience working within the financial regulatory environment • Experience of using Purchase-to-Pay systems Competencies Required: • Excellent communication skills • The ability to build rapport with stakeholders in multiple parts of the business • Flexible and able to use initiative • Good attention to detail • Self-motivated ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Business ------------------------------------------------------------------------------http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=94536Fri, 24 May 2013 16:20:45 GMTOur client, a fast moving, innovative global technology and engineering company are seeking an experienced Senior Buyer with either packaging or automotive experience to join their team. This is an exciting position for a senior strategic procurement professional to apply their packaging experience with the opportunity to provide on-going support and mentoring to team members as well as driving forward change and strategies within the department. The successful Commodity Buyer will have a strong strategic responsibility over mainly packaging but will also incorporate chemicals. The successful Senior Buyer will need to have the following knowledge and experience: • Extensive experience either within the procurement of packaging (corrugated, tapes, tubes, corner tapes, pallets, etc) or automotive • Fluent German and English • Ability to use own initiative with the passion and enthusiasm to drive change and negotiations • Previous experience of Eastern and Asian markets • Supervisory experience • You must be pragmatic, organised with a willingness to learn • Effective work ethic • Analytical capability and excellent decision making skills to influence effective change management • Understanding of future markets • Outstanding communication skills with internal and external suppliers and stakeholders • Ability to work cross functionally with other departments and countries to deliver effective cost reductions and quality products ---------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Business ----------------------------------http://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=94504Fri, 24 May 2013 10:12:03 GMTInternational manufacturing organisation, seeking an experienced Project Buyer for both new development projects and cost reduction projects. Main responsibilities: • Planning and executing Sourcing and Purchasing related actions in projects; both new development project or cost reduction projects • Timely start of production (from the Sourcing & Purchasing perspective) and successful achievement of target costs, quality and delivery objectives of projects • Assess sourcing needs with project leader (determine in detail relevant sourcing needs, material requirements, adequate technologies and allocate in detail target costs and expected quality) • Perform total cost analysis, preparing basis for decision during the project execution phase • Market research and supplier evaluation • Select suppliers based on commodity and/or project requirements and conduct negotiations • Draw up tooling contract/ownership agreement for all investments made at supplier premises • Execute and evaluate requests for quotation addressed to suppliers • Choose preferred development partners together with other functions within Sourcing & Purchasing • Schedule and coordinate the prototyping of tools and product samples • Prepare, maintain and report a consolidated view of project from the Sourcing & Purchasing perspective Essential skills required: • Fluent English • Solid purchasing/ procurement experience • Degree in Engineering or other technical qualification • Experience in sourcing and purchasing or alternatively quality, process or project management • Good technical knowledge in multi technologies like electronics, plastics, castings or electro-mechanics • Analytical thinking and result orientation • Good communication skills and assertiveness • Willingness to travel • Experience with electronics • Automotive and vehicle manufacturing experience or similar Desirable • Fluent Dutch or German -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Beaumont Select is a leading Supply Chain & Purchasing Recruitment Agency for permanent and interim staffing solutions. We support a primarily blue chip client base, in the provision of experienced Supply Chain & Purchasing Professionals; successfully resolving their Purchasing Recruitment demands. We have a proven track record in purchasing recruitment and are a leading purchasing recruitment agency. Complying with the BERR Beaumont Select are an Employment Agency and an Employment Businesshttp://www.supplychainonline.co.uk/job-detail.aspx?id=94503Fri, 24 May 2013 10:10:58 GMT