Description
Our global insurance client urgently require a Procurement Specialist to join their team in Bristol on a contract basis.
They will act as a senior consultant within the Regional Procurement Function, taking responsibility for allocated domains, vendors and contracts, whilst supporting the wider activities of the regional as required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Working within the end to end Regional and local purchasing process.
- Assist with the regional procurement strategy aligned to the global strategy
- Work within the Regional procurement strategy and processes
- Support and further the improvement of sourcing ratios in favour of globally negotiated contracts and price cards.
- Procurement Technical lead for projects for projects assigned.
- Ensure that new supplier selection/existing supplier reviews are undertaken according to Procurement best practice and the suppliers meet the given requirements at the lowest possible total cost
- Negotiate contracts to ensure best value for the company and the clients is achieved
- Strategic Vendor Management and development of Vendor relationships to improve alignment with strategy and Services offered, including adherence to governance requirements
- Communications with Global Procurement teams, works as part of a wider global team.
- Working with Clients to deliver effective procurement of materials and resources.
- Daily interaction with key suppliers at CEO level/finance directors/client relationship managers
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Significant Procurement/Supplier Management experience
- Proficient in English
- Experience of working in a complex global environment
- High levels of integrity and procurement/business ethics
- Excellent communication, often in difficult circumstances
If you feel you have the skills and experience relevant for this role then please apply now for immediate consideration!
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