Procurement Manager - Northern Ireland


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Recruiter

Nigel Frank International

Listed on

25th November 2020

Location

Downpatrick

Salary/Rate

Negotiable

Salary Notes

Negotiable

Type

Permanent

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I am currently seeking a Procurement Manager to join one of the fastest growing food manufacturers in the UK, based in Northern Ireland. You will have overall responsibility for the day to day management and development of the procurement team, stock on hand to ensure planned volumes are met and relationship building with key suppliers at group level. Key Responsibilities:Create and maintain systems to plan purchases of all materials, using sales forecast, lead times and agreed maximum/minimum stock holding quantities and usage model.Work with Directors and Senior Management to develop the procurement strategy, incorporating Company objectives and financial budgets.Work closely with individual in the purchasing team and consolidate procurement processes and procedures.Within the group, manage the smooth integration of systems and automation of work processes.Provide strong leadership to the purchasing functions, ensuring focused teams.Set measurable short and long term team objectives. Communicate, monitor and action where appropriate. Promote effectiveness and efficiency.Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power to assess, manage and mitigate risk.Perform cost and scenario analysis, and bench marking. Propose cost saving solutions. Skills:EssentialMinimum of 5 years' experience working in a senior procurement roleStrong experience working within FMCG or manufacturing environmentDemonstrated experience and knowledge of working on an international basisPeople management and individual performance management experienceExcellent IT skills in particular excel with MS office and ERP systemsDesirableExperience of Microsoft NavisionFull member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPS).Third level business qualificationProfessional certification (CIPS)BenefitsCompetitive salaryDiscounted Gym MembershipLength of Service Additional Holiday AllowancePrivate Healthcare

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