Procurement Manager – Indirect
Reference: 930101
Location: Kintore or Burnley
Type: Permanent, Full-time
Sector: Energy and Infrastructure
Description
Our client is a leading global expert in the provision of specialist technical services and operates in several jurisdictions around the world.
The Role
The Procurement Manager – Indirect will the lead end-to-end procurement of goods and services associated with business support functions including Group, IT, HR, Finance, Marketing, Facilities, Travel, Office Supplies, and other non-direct operations transactions. They will also act as the escalation point for indirect spend, support the interface to AP/Finance, support global process alignment, lead the indirect procurement workstream for the IFS ERP transition, and drive strategic indirect supplier engagement to improve service, relationships and commercial terms
Key Responsibilities
Partner with the Head of Global Procurement to standard and implement procurement processes and documentation across regions, creating a single, consistent way of working. Publish clear SOPs and practical guidance (with named owners and audit schedule) so every site follows the same steps and definitions
Confirm current ways of working, identify best practice, and translate these into future SOPs and user guidance to support successful IFS integration. Coordinate between IFS Integrator and Procurement Team to ensure user readiness.
·Partner with the Head of Global Procurement to support the interface to AP/Finance, aligning payment runs, and ensuring timely visibility of holds and releases.
Serve as the primary escalation point for Indirect procurement, protecting business function plans by coordinating swift, cross-functional action with Group, IT, HR, Finance, Marketing, Facilities. Etc.
Own the end-to-end procurement for indirect spend. Ensuring on time, right-first-time supply across the business
Build strategic engagement with indirect vendors agreeing service levels, negotiating commercial terms and driving corrective actions on quality and delivery.
Oversee buyer execution to ensure clean POs with accurate references, realistic need dates and rapid confirmations. Manage escalations and risk mitigations between suppliers and business functions
Lead a high-performing team of up to four by setting clear objectives and giving timely, practical feedback that builds autonomy and right-first-time execution
Key Requirements
Skills & Experience
Job Specific Education Required:
CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or PMP (Project Management Professional) or MSC in Supply Chain & Logistics.
Work Experience Required:
Team leadership.
Proven experience in supply chain or logistics roles, preferably within the oil and gas industry.
Extensive experience in using ERP systems, SAP, IFS. This includes proficiency in modules related to procurement, supply chain management, and financial reporting within ERP.
Advanced Excel and Data Analysis: Proficiency in data analysis tools (such as Excel, Power BI) to analyse procurement data and support decision-making.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills for effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and compliance requirements.
Skills & Knowledge Required:
Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and precision.
Proactive problem solver with the ability to work independently.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Adaptable to changing priorities and a fast-paced work environment.
Ability to work in cross functional teams and multi-cultural work environment.
Due to current workloads, Simpson Booth regrets to inform that in the instance you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of your application, you are to consider your application unsuccessful at this time.