Total 1,402 Manager purchasing procurement inventory job vacancies in Australia

Job Description:

• Manage the hospital’s central storage, ensuring organization, cleanliness, and accurate inventory control.
• Oversee hospital stock levels and ensure timely placement of orders.
• Source and build strong, mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers.
• Optimize cost efficiency in the procurement process.
• Develop and implement SOPs and systems for improved procurement and inventory management, with a focus on process monitoring and execution.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Director and Accountant to manage inventory budgets within the hospital.
• Ensure proper logging, storage, and accountability for all controlled substances.
• Oversee the maintenance, tracking, and timely servicing or repair of all equipment and instruments.
• Work with the Assistant Director to utilize Ezyvet for efficient inventory management.
• Report directly to the Founders and Assistant Director on procurement and inventory-related matters.
• Implement additional security measures for stock management and automate procurement processes.
• Support the Assistant Director with billing procedures using Vet Radar.
• Manage the implementation of automated billing through Vet Radar.

Requirements:

• At least a diploma or bachelor’s degree in supply chain management / Logistics Management.
• At least 3 years of experience in Procurement/Inventory Management with preferably supervisory/managerial experience.
• Analytical, financially & numerically astute with strong proven problem identification and solution abilities.
• Good verbal & written communication ability, interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Able to work independently, multi-task, and respond quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Experienced in establishing e-procurement in an organization.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Singaporeans only.

Working hours: Mondays to Fridays, 9am to 6pm (might need one weekend depending on business needs)

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Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Responsible for providing leadership, direction, coordination, clinical guidance, organization, planning, and implementation of pharmaceutical procurement throughout all sites of care for the Columbus Veterans Affairs Ambulatory Care Center and affiliated CBOCs.
• Works independently under the Chief of Pharmacy Service and keeps them apprised of trends/problems associated with their assigned areas.
• Assume responsibility for the administration and operations of procurement for the Columbus Veterans Affairs Ambulatory Care Center's clinical pharmacy guidance to procurement and serving as the All-Hazards Emergency Cache (AHEC) Pharmacy Manager.
• Supervises and oversees the procurement technicians, provides training, education, and clinical guidance to procurement technicians, and works closely with clinical subject matter experts.
• Coordinate's workflow and communicates effectively with other sections and supervisors within and outside of pharmacy service with issues related to procurement.

Work Schedule: 8AM to 4:30PM (Specifics will be discussed at the interview, to include any potential coverage outside of scheduled tour.)
Compressed/Flexible:Not available
Telework: Ad Hoc (per service need)
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 91297-0
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Starting at $172,821 Per Year (GS 13)

• Establish and implement procurement strategies, policies and procedures
• Plan and supervise the activities of the procurement department
• Source new and alternative supplier, raw material and finished products
• Evaluate price trends, new products and processes
• Develop and implement strategic plans for assigned categories within the framework of a disciplined category management business process to achieve company's financial goals and objectives
• Maintain and update Contract Master List to ensure timely renewal of all term contracts
• Establish collaborative supplier relationships to improve sales and profitability of category
• Develop strategic sourcing plans to ensure consistent suppliers at best price and quality
• Collaborate with all outlets to establish inventory safety stock levels, reorder amounts, and lead times for all purchase requests
• Any ad-hoc projects / duties as assigned by Director, Procurement from time to time

Requirements:

• At least 3 years of purchasing experience in F&B or hospitality industry
• Immediate starter is preferred

Interested applicants for the above advertised position(s), please kindly email an updated copy of your resume to: gs1@talenttradersg.com

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• Appropriate qualification in Business Management, Engineering or equivalent
• At least 8 years of procurement experiences preferably with telco, ICT or IT industry, in a regional capacity
• Experiences in technical sourcing, managing spend and continuously in search for opportunities to consolidate vendors and leverage on volume and price
• Proven track record of commercial acumen, cost management analysis, vendor management and negotiation
• Possesses strong leadership, people management and interpersonal skills and able to drive implementation of procurement framework at various levels

Why Superdrug?

Passionate about Beauty and Health? Want to be part of an innovative, trend setting retailer? Our vibrant Head Office, based by East Croydon station is a fantastic environment filled with hundreds of brilliant personalities.
We’re a team that puts our customers and our teams at the heart of everything we do. At Superdrug, we aim to be the best in accessible health & beauty, loved by our customers for value, choice, friendly advice, service and fun.

Our success comes from our people – they make the difference. We’re all about personality, we have fun, and we work hard to deliver That Superdrug feeling.

Here's the exciting bit…a day includes
The Supply team are responsible for delivering superb DC and in store availability across our 600+ stores and are organised in sub teams around the key Commercial departments.

This role requires a person with a positive attitude and a can-do spirit, who thrives in a fast-paced environment. A successful candidate must have the ability to plan medium to long term and must be able to react quickly to an ever changing retail landscape.

The successful candidate must have strong analytical skills to help deliver first class availability in DC and store. They must be confident in communicating with internal and external stakeholders, such as our Buying, Merchandising, Store and Warehouse/Distribution teams. Relationship building is a key attribute the candidate must be able to demonstrate.

We require confidence with IT as much of the job is spent utilising our ERP system, Retek, and other applications such as Excel.

The successful candidate will also be confident in and understanding of the importance of collaborating with other colleagues and AS Watson businesses to deliver the best results.


Key Accountabilities

- Deliver fewer than 100 average gaps across the store estate
- Deliver 95% DC availability
- Maintain availability within business stock budget target
- Maintain weekly DC replenishment parameters
- Maintain a rolling collaborative demand forecast ensuring our Buying team and supplier contributes to the plan. A minimum of 12 week rolling forecast (may increase depending on supply lead times)
- Ensure product stocking locations are correct and generate the optimal trunking level between both DCS
- Deliver 60% of total event sales forecast in store for the first day of each event (40% for some faster moving high cube items)
- Deliver 100% of total starbuy sales forecast in store for first day of each event
- Place and control purchase orders with suppliers ensuring stock levels are managed within business budgets, and delivering a smooth flow through the DC network
- Collaborate with Superdrug and Savers business units and departments to support the Commercial strategy
- Liaise regularly with suppliers to ensure they meet agreed service standards
- Provide management information on availability, stock levels and supplier service levels as required
- Actively seek feedback on availability and stock to support continuous improvement
- Work closely with Buying & Merchandising Teams to land strong promotional, seasonal and new line availability
- Assist in driving down the level of SMS in the business


Skills & Qualifications:

- Experience of Supply Chain, including operational responsibility of delivery of KPIs
- Experience of providing supply chain solutions and processes improvements
- Knowledge of supply chain channels from supplier to customer
- Collaborative approach with strong influencing and communication skills
- Examples of relationship building and management of internal stakeholders
- Experience of managing supplier relationships
Here's what's in it for you
33 days holiday rising to 38 days with length of service (inclusive of bank holidays)
2 staff discount codes for yourself and a family member or friend
30% discount on Superdrug Own Brand Products both in store and online
Hybrid working patterns available depending on role responsibilities with 2 days working from home and 3 days in our stylish, modern and collaborative office close to East Croydon Station
Company pension matching and bonus
We offer Wagestream - a money management app that gives you access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
Being part of more! We are part of a group who work closely with Savers, The Perfume Shop and Three UK
We are part of A.S. Watson Group, the world's largest international health and beauty retailer with over 15,700 stores in 25 markets!
Unrivalled Learning and Development programmes
Come and be part of something special.
Hours: 37.5 | 9.00am - 5.30pm - Hybrid working available depending on role responsibilities with 2 days working from home and 3 days in our stylish, modern and collaborative office close to East Croydon Station.
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Overview:

· Manages activities concerned with contracts and procurement.

· Examines performance requirements, delivery schedules, and estimates of costs of material and equipment, to ensure completeness and accuracy.

· Serves as the direct manager for the purchasing staff overseeing procurment activities, efficiencies and performance .

· Provides support and leadership for product conversions, selection and value analysis. Achieves organizational savings and value targets through analytical evalaution of contracts, pricing and terms both proactively and retrospectively.

· Oversees and manages the procurement, evaluation and negotiation of capital equipment. Communicates with a wide variety of personnel to ensure product and service availability, expense control and mutually beneficial relationships.

Responsibilities:

· Manage competitive bid process for capital equipment in accordance with system procedures and policies.

· Formulate process specifications, test and progress reports, and other exhibits that may be required

· Coordinate bid review and contract implementation

· Negotiate contract with customer or bidder. Request amendments to or extensions of contracts

· Advise departments of contractual rights, obligations and approvals to direct work in accordance with contractual specifications.

· Compile data for preparing estimates

· Prepare and disseminate information regarding: contract status, compliance, modification, deviation, negotiation, and termination

· Supports the value analysis process via the enterprise wide Products Committee and other sub-committees, Capital Equipment and OR Committee

· Resolve invoice exceptions working with accounts payable and end users in accordance to departmental policies

· Review department capital requisitions for accuracy and contract compliance. Resolves issues before placing purchase order.

· Create capital purchase orders utilizing hospital materials management systems per procedures

· Resolve invoice exceptions working closely with Accounts Payable and end-users in accordance with departmental policies

· Monitor vendor performance for conformance to original proposal and maintain continual review to ensure that all terms and conditions are met and that the contract is in accordance with legal requirements, customer specifications, and government regulations

· Obtain supply pricing, product information (cat #, packaging, etc.), and vendor information associated with capital purchases to Data Analyst for Item File maintenance

· Prepare periodic and ad hoc reports

· Assist in resolving issues with capital supply, equipment and service procurement

· Serve as the primary point of contact for all end-users of assigned departments for all capital procurement requests

· Assist in identifying members of the business community eligible to participate in the enterprise local/minority program

· Serve as an additional buying resource as needed

· Participates with the Director, Supply Chain in Human Resources Management activities such as interviewing and hiring, orientation/training, competency assessment, performance appraisal, and disciplinary action

· Assists the Director, Supply Chain in maintaining expenses within budgetary guidelines

· Monitors time and attendance of assigned staff.

· Approves absences and ensures corrective action is taken when attendance expectations are not met

Job Specifications:

• Min Diploma or Degree from any recognized institution
• Minimum 5 years of related experience in purchasing
• Knowledge of SAP
• Good in Excel
• Self-driven, maturity in communication and ability to work in collaborative manner

Interested candidates please send a copy of your resume to leonleong@recruitexpress.com.sg

Email Subject: Purchasing Manager

Leon Leong De Cong
R1551708

Recruit Express Pte Ltd (Healthcare & Lifesciences Division)
EA License: 99C4599

Vibe Recruit's client is seeking to hire a Purchasing Manager to join their team. In this key role, you will manage procurement operations for the contract manufacturing division, ensuring that all material needs are met in line with production schedules, budget goals, and quality standards.

Location - Aberdare

Salary - £45k - £50k

Hours of work - 39 hours per week

Duties of a Purchasing Manager

• Strategic Sourcing: Design and execute sourcing strategies to procure components and services that fulfil quality, cost, and supply chain reliability standards. Negotiate supplier contracts to secure advantageous terms and conditions.
• Supplier Management: Build and sustain strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring adherence to company standards for quality, delivery, and cost. Perform regular audits and evaluate supplier performance consistently.
• Cost Management: Continuously assess market trends and supplier options to lower costs while maintaining quality. Implement cost-saving initiatives and track the financial performance of procurement activities.
• Inventory Control: Manage inventory levels to prevent stockouts or overstocking, ensuring optimal stock turnover and minimizing holding costs.
• Risk Management: Identify and address risks related to supply chain disruptions, including geopolitical factors, natural disasters, and market shortages.
• Identifying materials critical processes and critical success factors.
• Coordinate with other departments to facilitate issue resolution and engage in cross-functional team projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in procurement or purchasing, ideally within the electronics or manufacturing sector.
• Proven track record in achieving cost reductions and efficiency improvements in purchasing.
• Strong negotiation skills with a history of securing favourable contracts.
• Excellent understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Certification in purchasing or supply chain management (C.P.M., CPSM, or equivalent) is a plus.

Skills and Traits

• Strategic thinker with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Adaptable and innovative approach to challenges in the supply chain.

To be considered for this role, please upload your CV or for more information, please call Naomi on 07506 949615.

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job Description:

• To manage and negotiate pricing, commercial terms with local and overseas suppliers and recommend the most competitive suppliers and subcon.
• With experience in Import-export related transactions affairs.
• Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials and communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk or impact on business operations.
• Negotiate contracts, improved prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings utilising negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods.
• Review specifications and ensure materials ordered meet proper quality standard and comply to contract specifications.
• Maintain and update list of approved suppliers and their qualifications, delivery times, and potential future development.
• Lead and oversees the procurement team to achieve departmental objectives and professional and career growth of staff.
• Facilitate effective communication between procurement team, internal stakeholders and vendors, to ensure smooth procurement operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Quantity Surveying, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, preferably in a Procurement Department within the Construction industry.
• Required language(s): English & Mandarin (to handle queries and feedbacks from English & Mandarin speaking associates, clients and customers).
• Capable of working independently with strong negotiation skills.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and possesses excellent problem-solving abilities. Excellent team member, proactive in managing issues and possess sense of responsibility and ownership in his/her work and results.
• Able to work 6 working days on Site.

We are looking for an innovative procurement manager to lead our procurement team. You will spearhead the purchasing process from selecting suppliers to ensuring stock optimization, as well as provide guidance on sourcing and procurement processes.

Our procurement manager will be a supply chain and logistics expert who will specialize in implementing cost-effective purchases of all goods and services, as required by the company. Ensuring quality control and adhering to the company’s policies and procedures on supply chain management will be some of your main priorities when carrying out this role.

Procurement Manager Responsibilities:

Developing procurement strategies that are inventive and cost-effective.

Sourcing and engaging reliable suppliers and vendors.

Negotiating with suppliers and vendors to secure advantageous terms.

Reviewing existing contracts with suppliers and vendors to ensure on-going feasibility.

Building and maintaining long-term relationships with vendors and suppliers.

Approving purchase orders and organizing and confirming delivery of goods and services.

Performing risk assessments on potential contracts and agreements.

Controlling the procurement budget and promoting a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs.

Overseeing and managing the IT systems that track shipments, inventory, and the supply of goods.

Preparing procurement reports.

Procurement Manager Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, or business administration.

Proven experience managing supply chain operations.

Experience using supply chain management software and tools, including Oracle, SAP Ariba, and/or Envision.

In-depth knowledge of preparing and reviewing contracts, invoicing, and negotiation terms.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access).

Management and leadership skills.

Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.

Highly organized and detail-oriented.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Procurement Manager to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing required materials, services and suppliers in both domestic and international markets. You will play a critical role in managing procurement activities, ensuring cost efficiency, and maintaining compliance with procurement policies and procedures.

Job Responsibilities

• Source for required materials, services, and suppliers in the domestic and international market.
• Understand purchase requirements and source accurately and efficiently.
• Identify and engage with global prospective suppliers to foster beneficial relationships.
• Understand market trends and seek to improve cost efficiency.
• Perform daily procurement activities such as RFQ/RFP, negotiation of commercial terms, quotations evaluations and recommendations.
• Coordinate procurement related matters with requestors and vendors.
• Prepare and conduct tender process.
• Propose new vendors and evaluate existing vendors.
• Contracts management.
• Working with legal counsel to review and prepare contractual documents.
• Address procurement related queries from internal management and stakeholders.
• Develop and implement procedures and processes, based on best practices, to ensure smooth and streamlined process.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably requested by your immediate supervisor / the head of department from time to time.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Quantity Surveying, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, preferably in a Procurement Department within the Construction, Data Centre, or Network industry.
• Strong knowledge of SAP MM (Materials Management).
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• A proactive team player who can work collaboratively to achieve organizational goals.
• Capable of working independently with strong negotiation skills.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and possesses excellent problem-solving abilities. Excellent team member, proactive in managing issues and possess sense of responsibility and ownership in his/her work and results.

Functions: Develop and implement procurement
strategies. Negotiate with suppliers to secure
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of high-quality ingredients. Maintain strong relationships
with suppliers and vendors. Manage inventory and
forecast supply needs.

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Position Summary

The role focuses on overseeing vendors and logistics management, building strong relationships with key suppliers and logistics companies to ensure that equipment and materials are of high quality and delivered on time. The role also involves negotiating pricing and contracts while collaborating with internal stakeholders—including Sales & Marketing, Site Managers, Power Service, MPWAP branches, group companies across the AP region, and MHI HQ in Japan—to assess current and future needs for equipment, technical advisors (TA), and logistics services.

As a manager, the incumbent will be expected to guide the team by managing action items, regularly communicating with team members to monitor progress, providing necessary coaching, and leading negotiations or communications with external parties to resolve issues. However, the focus of this role is not on handling the day-to-day tasks directly, but rather on identifying areas that need improvement, developing a plan to address those issues, and ensuring that the improvements are successfully implemented. A strong mindset of continuous improvement is essential, as the candidate will be expected to actively enhance work quality and operational efficiency.

Job Responsibility

• Plan, organize and manage the procurement process for all assigned projects, including both new units and service projects.
• Manage/enhance the purchasing process, work with multiple vendors in arranging materials, equipment, spare parts, tools, TA dispatch, manpower supply, equipment testing, logistics for the customers.
• Negotiating with vendors, subcontractors, consultancies, logistics companies as well as MHI factory in Japan for purchases/contractors and lead discussion on the terms and conditions of the procurement agreement.
• Oversee the procurement function within the firm in ensuring that all Purchase Orders (PO)/Contracts are signed in compliance to internal policies and issued in a timely manner.
• Work closely with Sales/Service team as well as Procurement department in MHI HQ in collaboration on specifications and technical requirements of procurement items, schedule, and any other special requirements for accomplishing of the project.
• Preparation & issuance of Purchase Order to suppliers, monitor the manufacturing process and schedule of the vendors to make sure the· procured items are delivered with required quality and timely manner.
• Work closely with Sales/Service and Finance Department to monitor the payment status from customer. Process of Supplier invoice.
• Seeking reliable vendors or suppliers to provide goods with sufficient quality at reasonable price.
• Serve as a liaison person between local vendors and the company, especially with MHI HQ. Assist related parties for any trouble shooting and problem solving.
• Monitor all the items procured by the team, manage all the items are delivered in timely manner, and take necessary measures involving team members and other related parties if any risk has been found.
• Make a report to superiors and related parties about the risk, sign of problems, troubles, delay of the work, feedback or consultation from the vendors, and anything else worthwhile to share.
• Supervise the team members and provide support, guidance, and coaching to strengthen the capability of the team.
• Set a goal for each member, encourage them to challenge, monitor the process, and provide feedback, and foster collaboration within the team.
• Responsible for other tasks as may be required from time to time by the Company.
• Check and monitor the whole procurement process, find out the points to be improved, consider the route cause of the issue with communication with related parties, create a plan of improvements, obtain necessary approval and alignment, proceed the plan, monitor the process, make adjustment if necessary, and report the result, for the purpose of increasing the value and upgrading the quality of the procurement work.
• Points to be improved includes process and operation of daily administrative work as well as a new initiative as Regional Head Quarter such as, but not limited to,
• Summarize the lessons learned from new construction projects and improve processes for future projects.
• Streamline the work process, revise procurement SOP（Standard of the Process）, establish communication methods with counterparts such as Sales/Service team and MHI HQ, organize shared folders and data.
• Source local vendors mainly in Singapore and Malaysia, gather, organize, and share vendor information according to headquarters' needs related to local procurement.
• Strengthen collaboration with the MHIAP Procurement Department, such as sharing vendor information and best practices, promoting the use of Coupa to reduce the cost for indirect procurement, and organizing regular meetings.
• Understand the procurement process and organization of each regional entity, identify common challenges and areas for improvement, consider the role of regional HQ such as setting up opportunities for sharing best practices and information within the region.

Job Requirement

• Minimum 8 years of Procurement experience in power plants or industrial plants
• Master Degree of Business Administration (MBA) , Economics, or Engineering
• Experience of working in Sales/Engineering of industrial plants equipment
• Experience to manage and lead a team which is responsible to strictly keep the deadline and budget in addition to put a high priority on the quality
• Adept with Indonesia import & export control, project taxation

Conduct formal high-value tenders in line with EU Legislation. To contribute to the development and implementation of Procurement strategy, supporting the FGPSS business plan. To deliver against agreed annual cost reduction targets and report on action taken. Develop supplier relationships; negotiate with senior personnel of supplying companies, undertaking visits to supplier sites when appropriate. To liaise with senior purchasing staff within other NHS Trusts, Purchasing Consortiums, and NHS Supply Chain, to identify opportunities for improving value. To establish service quality standards and thereafter to ensure the effective monitoring of contract performance, through KPIs. To ensure appropriate customer input into the procurement decision-making process. To ensure that Standing Financial Instructions and Standing Orders, EU Regulations and other statutory and regulatory requirements are followed, explaining legal obligations to untrained staff in other departments. Check free text purchase orders raised and authorise up to £5,000. Research the marketplace, giving due consideration to financial status of suppliers; ability to supply and maintain continuity of supply. Undertake product and equipment evaluations/trials and site visits as necessary. Conduct detailed evaluation of tender returns, using appropriate financial assessment and purchasing and supply criteria. Ensure products and supplier meet required standards according to English and EU law. Ensure that procedures are carried out in a timely manner in accordance with the needs of the organisation. Prepare Freedom of Information file and provide prompt responses to F.O.I. requests. Award contracts, providing formal de-briefings to suppliers and departments as necessary. Prepare and update tender reports and record/report savings. Record contract details on appropriate e-commerce system. To monitor supplier performance and liaise with suppliers to resolve problems. To ensure that all clinical or non-clinical risks issues identified are dealt with effectively from a Procurement perspective. Participate in the development and use of Procurement Information systems using the system to assist local management and utilise information that will guide the award of contracts. Extensive understanding of the Carter metrics and the overall National NHS Procurement Strategy. Supporting the Department as it works towards GS1 and Peppol compliance. Liaise with internal and external auditors in respect to procurement as required. Supporting the Head of Procurement with maintaining the National Procurement Standards Accreditation. Communications and Working Relationships Associate Director of Procurement. Head of Procurement. Associate Directors of Operations. Executive Directors. Matrons. Business Managers. Group Accountants. Senior Managers in I.T. and Estates. Directors and Senior Managers from Supplier organisations. Procurement Collaboratives. Other NHS Trusts. NHS Supply Chain. Other agencies with which the FGPSS contracts or interacts for the provision of Supplies Services. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Analytical and judgment skill at a high level required to fulfil the job responsibilities satisfactorily, e.g. numerical analysis, critical reasoning, interpretation of information and complexity of decision making, negotiation and persuasive skills. Internal and external stakeholder mapping and management. Extensive knowledge of the new EU Public Procurement Regulations. Planning and organisational skills: a high degree of planning from straightforward activities/programmes to long term strategic plans, e.g. the procurement process and methodology. Have extensive practical knowledge and experience of using e-tendering systems and contract management tools. Measurable Result Areas The post holder will be accountable to the Head of Procurement but will use their own initiative to develop a work-plan for their allocation division/category. The post holder will make recommendations towards the strategic Procurement direction of the department. The post holder will be responsible for managing annual spend of in excess of £5 million, categories of varying ranges of complexity. Comply with the trust Standing Financial Instructions and in line with EU Public Procurement regulations. Demonstrate a high standard of public accountability and business conduct at all times. Responsibility for making contract recommendations based on high value. Responsible for accuracy and management of contract within management systems. The post holder will have indirect line management responsibility. However, they will train and develop the Procurement team as required. Carry out specific projects on behalf of the Head of Procurement.

Are you passionate about purchasing at the very top end of the market- Do you have an eye for detail and can-do attitude in getting the best deals- As Purchasing Manager you need to see yourself as an enthusiastic individual who can communicate easily with both your fellow team members and hotel suppliers. You will be responsible for establishing foreign/domestic supplier database and negotiating the lowest prices for the best quality. Establishing short and long term contracts to leverage on prices and administering online purchasing systems for acquiring materials will be also part of your important role.