Got a background in Construction/Materials purchasing? Fancy working for a leading consultancy business that offers genuine long term personal development and career progression opportunities? Able to get to Warrington 3 days a week? This could be just what you're looking for.

What's on offer?

• Base salary up to £40,000
• Contributory pension (5% matched)
• Private medical cover
• 25 days annual leave (with the ability to buy/sell up to 5)
• Hybrid working (2 days a week from home, 3 in the Warrington HQ)

What will you be doing?

You'll take the lead for the end to end management of a range of category groups/frameworks (Material Supply, Decorative Solutions, Appliances, Kitchens and Assisted Living), from EU compliant sourcing and award to service delivery. You'll work with key accounts/customers to ensure their procurement needs are met and identify opportunities to drive commercial improvements on the goods and services your organisation provides to them. You'll develop strong working relationships with both existing and new suppliers, negotiating the most favourable terms whilst ensuring quality and service aren't compromised - you'll be actively working with these suppliers to manage their performance. You'll be managing both individual contracts and complete frameworks. You'll also be responsible for the management, motivation and development of a team of 3 buyers.

Who will you be doing it for?

You'll be joining a leading independent consultancy business with a strong reputation in their market, who offer both personal development and career advancement opportunities. They promote an inclusive, supporting culture where employees are actively encouraged to be innovative and progressive.

What do you need to bring to the table?

To be successful in this role it's expected that you'll be able to demonstrate the majority of the following skills and experience:

• Previous experience in a procurement role, ideally within a Construction/Merchant/Materials environment although other sectors will be considered
• Experienced in large-scale procurement activities
• Ideally CIPS Level 4 qualified or working toward
• Excellent research and analytical skills
• Intermediate Excel skills, you'll be comfortable using Lookups, Advanced Forumulas, Pivot Tables and Reporting
• Previous people leadership experience would be highly advantageous but isn't essential if you can demonstrate strong coaching/mentoring soft skills
• Experience of OJEU/FTS procurement would be a distinct advantage

If the above sounds like the next step in your already successful career, and you’d like to learn more, apply today with a copy of your CV, LinkedIn profile or whatever you have for immediate consideration – every application is reviewed by a person, and everyone will get a response, it’s the least you deserve.