Lead strategic sourcing and supplier management activities for direct material categories, ensuring a resilient, high-performing supply chain that supports manufacturing, overhaul programmes, and customer delivery commitments.
Develop and execute procurement strategies that deliver cost optimisation, commercial value, quality, compliance, and supply continuity across a portfolio of key suppliers.
Partner with internal teams to ensure materials, components, and services are sourced effectively to support business growth and operational excellence.
What You'll Do
Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing activities from supplier identification and market analysis through to contract negotiation, award, implementation, and supplier management.
Develop and maintain long-term supplier relationships and framework agreements to support business objectives and future growth plans.
Conduct commercial negotiations for pricing, terms and conditions, delivery schedules, and performance commitments to secure optimum value for the business.
Perform detailed cost analysis and develop total cost of ownership models to support sourcing decisions and business cases.
Drive continuous improvement and cost optimisation initiatives across key direct material suppliers.
Manage a portfolio of approximately 20-25 strategic suppliers across direct material categories.
Develop and implement procurement and category strategies aligned with business goals and market developments.
Create and maintain purchasing information records, pricing agreements, and procurement data within SAP S/4HANA to support operational buying activities.
The Skills You'll Need
Proven experience in a Strategic Buyer, Senior Buyer, Procurement Specialist, or Category Management role within a highly regulated industry environment.
Experience managing direct material procurement activities and strategic supplier relationships.
Strong commercial acumen with demonstrable success in complex negotiations, contract management, and cost reduction initiatives.
Experience developing sourcing strategies, framework agreements, and long-term supplier partnerships.
Strong understanding of supplier selection, onboarding, performance management, compliance, and risk mitigation processes.
Experience using ERP systems, with SAP S/4HANA experience highly desirable.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and continuous improvement skills.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
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