Procurement Specialist

A Procurement Specialist is responsible for managing sourcing and supplier relationships for direct manufacturing materials at a site in Manchester. The role involves supporting global sourcing initiatives, ensuring supplier performance, and driving cost optimisations through negotiations and market analysis. The successful candidate will collaborate across functions like Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain, delivering procurement projects and continuous process improvements. Key skills include negotiation, stakeholder management, data analysis, and experience with SAP and Microsoft Office tools. The role requires a minimum of three years' procurement experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with chemicals or gases knowledge. This position offers opportunities for professional development within a global company emphasizing sustainability and diversity.