Partnered with a well-established business based in Downham Market, we are searching for an experienced Procurement Manager on a full time permanent basis.

Key responsibilities include:

• Form an understanding of our existing suppliers and the history, products and services they are used for.
• Centralise the buying function in the business, commercialising with forecasting the function from project managers and the buying function.
• Source new suppliers, travelling when applicable to qualify, test their capabilities.
• Set up and manage tender processes for key goods and services supply agreements and deliver on agreed savings
• Communicate and negotiate with suppliers and vendors to land more profitable deals, by building long term strategic relationships - this involves meeting with suppliers on an on-going basis
• Support the business on the 95% OTIF brand promise objective in 2025 from a Supply Chain perspective.
• Analyse, evaluate and report Supply Chain & Procurement related data to identify opportunities for improvements.
• Maintain supply chain inventory and records.
• Find cost-effective solutions for supply chain processes.
• Find solutions for day to day issues that arise within the Supply Chain, for example delivery delays, trading terms, quality control.
• Collaborate with the senior leadership team and other departments to create coordinated plans for business growth and updates on industry trends and forecasts.
• Ensure supply chain processes meet legal requirements and standards, both from an internal process and supplier perspective.
• Monitor Purchase Order receipts to ensure stock is received correctly into the business
• Monthly analysis of stock levels to identify and remedy anomalies
• Lead and mentor the procurement team to drive efficient use of resource
• Identify opportunities for sales / estimating to utilise alternative products / services which offer a commercial advantage to the business

On offer is a competitive salary plus a whole host of benefits. This is a Mon to Fri, 42.5 hour week.

If you're experienced with the above duties and you are ready to embark on a new role within a growing organisation based in West Norfolk, click apply now!