Procurement Specialist – West Midlands

A Procurement Specialist is sought to manage direct procurement activities, build supplier relationships, and support strategic sourcing for a manufacturing organisation. The role involves negotiating pricing, managing purchase orders, and analysing procurement data to support decision-making. Candidates should have extensive experience in operational and strategic procurement, proficiency in ERP systems like SAP, and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools such as Power BI. Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. A minimum of five years' experience and a relevant degree are required, with industry-specific knowledge highly desirable.