Procurement Specialist

at  HOWDENS JOINERY CO

Howden Joinery is on the lookout for a dynamic Procurement Specialist to join our thriving Indirect Procurement Team based at our Howden office in Yorkshire. As a leading FTSE 100 enterprise with bold growth aspirations, this role presents a fantastic opportunity for a Buyer/Procurement specialist to spearhead our indirect sourcing endeavours.
In this role, you’ll be instrumental in shaping our supply strategies to meet the diverse needs of our stakeholders while aligning seamlessly with broader business objectives. Collaboration will be key as you work closely with various stakeholders across the organisation, navigating a complex and diverse spend category.
Reporting directly to the Indirect Procurement Manager, we’re seeking a commercially astute individual with a knack for building rapport and fostering effective working relationships. If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a tangible impact within our dynamic team, we want to hear from you!

ABOUT US:

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 800 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan, we continue to build on our £2.3 billion sales made last year.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named as one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

• Previous procurement experience (minimum 2 years)
• Basic understanding of contract law and commercial contracts
• Strong Excel and analytical skills
• Project Management experience
• Ability to engage and communicate effectively
• Confident negotiation skills
• CIPS Qualified or working towards (desirable)
• Full UK licence with access to your own vehicle (Required)