Save JobEmail job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsFlexible workingCompetitive SalaryAbout Our ClientAn organisation in Nottinghamshire.Job DescriptionResponsible for managing relationships and negotiating with key suppliers at a senior and strategic levelNegotiate contract terms with key suppliers to ensure value for money, quality standards and delivery terms with technical and operational input from stakeholders if appropriateCraft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal termsForecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier powerSeek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliersDevelop an overall vendor base which creates and sustains a competitive advantage by utilising global market exploitation, leveraging spending and leveraging technologiesDevelop, implement and maintain a supplier relationship and evaluation process to measure effective supplier performance and complianceEnsure professional and consistent supplier management is applied across the supply base in line with the purchasing policy and OJEU guidanceWork closely with Research Development to source new and alternative raw materialsThe Successful ApplicantExperience working with senior managers in a small business environmentContract implementationDemonstrable experience in leading a purchasing function with a proven track record in strategic purchasing leadership, delivering effective purchasing strategies, policies, processes and systemsAbility to add value, reduce costs and make business improvementsProven contract management and supplier experienceExperience in operating and influencing at a strategic levelWhat's on OfferPension 7% matched1% bonus based on overall profit (consistently paid out)25 days annual leave (+ bank holiday days)Private healthcare with BUPAContactSiobhan PearsonQuote job refJN-082023-6167958Phone number+441159486409Job summaryJob functionProcurement & Supply ChainSubsectorIndirect ProcurementSectorHealthcare / PharmaceuticalLocationNottinghamshireContract typePermanentConsultant nameSiobhan PearsonConsultant phone+441159486409Job referenceJN-082023-6167958
