Associate Procurement Professional
Location: Desford
Contract Type: Full-time / Inside IR35

We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Associate Procurement Professional to join our high-performing team. In this pivotal role, you will support our Procurement and Specialty Products Category teams within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. If you are passionate about strategic sourcing, supplier collaboration, and driving operational excellence, we want to hear from you.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement cycle: source quotations, evaluate suppliers, negotiate terms, issue purchase orders, and track deliveries.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure compliance with procurement processes and policies.

• Lead and support cost-saving projects and resolve procurement or invoice-related issues.

• Facilitate supplier onboarding and maintain strong vendor relationships.

• Maintain procurement documentation and ensure audit readiness.

• Support cross-functional teams using a variety of procurement and business platforms such as Power BI, PROcure, Glovia, and more.

• Contribute to continuous improvement across quality, cost, logistics, development, and management (QCLDM) areas.

• Provide coverage for other procurement functions as needed and assist in audit preparation.

📌 What You'll Bring

• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills to support informed decision-making.

• Proficiency in procurement systems and tools with the flexibility to adapt to new technologies.

• Clear and confident communication skills to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

• Demonstrated experience in procurement operations, supplier negotiations, and logistics coordination.

• A proactive and solutions-focused mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Solid understanding of procurement compliance, documentation, and regulatory standards.