Procurement Specialist

Summary: The Procurement Specialist role involves managing media and advertising purchases for a global technology brand in the UK. The position requires developing supplier relationships, reporting on KPIs, and driving performance improvements. The role also includes recommending process enhancements and ensuring project alignment with stakeholders. This is a fixed-term contract position with a duration of 12 months, starting ASAP.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage media and advertising purchases.
• Develop, coordinate, and manage key suppliers in marketing, retail, service, and logistics.
• Report relevant supplier KPIs and drive performance.
• Identify and mitigate risks, anticipate challenges, and drive best practices.
• Take ownership of issues and resolve them in line with business needs.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance supplier relationships.
• Communicate with project stakeholders to ensure alignment of projects and expectations.

Key Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business administration, supply chain management, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in marketing procurement or a similar role, preferably in consumer electronics and FMCG.
• Experience in supplier management, sourcing, and contract management.
• Proven work experience with marketing agencies.
• Experience in developing and delivering procurement strategies.
• Professional knowledge of Microsoft Office and ERP software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong supplier negotiation and development skills.
• CIPS or equivalent qualification preferred.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other