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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in procurement and supply chain management, with a strong focus on cost-efficiency strategies, vendor negotiation, and compliance with industry regulations. Proficient in utilizing ERP and procurement software to analyze market trends and drive continuous process improvements.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Procurement ManagementContract NegotiationERP Software ProficiencyAnalytical SkillsRegulatory Compliance
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Hard Skills
Cost-Efficiency StrategiesVendor ManagementSupplier AgreementsCredit ChecksTender ManagementBusiness Process ImprovementsData AnalysisMarket Trend AnalysisPO ApprovalMax SystemSupplier Cycle Procedure
Soft Skills
Excellent Communication SkillsLeadershipCross-Functional Project Management
Tools & Technologies
XeroSageSAPOracleNetSuite
Certifications & Qualifications
CIPSCPSM
Industry Keywords
Supply Chain ManagementRegulated EnvironmentGxPISO 27001Medical DevicesClinical TrialsTech Start-UpsBiopharma Sectors
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERPOracle
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Develop and deliver cost-efficiency strategies and optimize overall spend
- Identify, evaluate, onboard, and monitor reliable vendors against business KPIs
- Lead negotiations on pricing, credit terms, and supplier agreements
- Work with Legal on business-critical supplier contracts
- Own and maintain the supplier cycle procedure and approved supplier validation list
- Evaluate new supplier requests and direct stakeholders to the approved supplier register
- Carry out credit checks for new controlled critical and uncontrolled suppliers
- Establish and maintain a third-party contractors register
- Tier critical service suppliers into A/B/C categories
- Maintain a tender register
- Ensure procurement activities comply with industry quality standards, legal regulations, and company policy
- Partner with Finance, Legal, and the C-Suite to forecast business demand and support PO ApprovalMax workflows
- Update and maintain the business purchasing procedure
- Support Finance with enquiries concerning the PO ApprovalMax system
- Analyze cost data and market trends and report on expenditure and savings against targets
- Drive continuous business process improvements
- Implement an ApprovalMax purchase-order system and manage vendor and internal customer relationships
Requirements
What you’ll need- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management
- Professional certification such as CIPS or CPSM is highly desirable
- Proven track record of successful contract negotiation and cost-reduction initiatives
- Proficiency with ERP and procurement software such as Xero, Sage, SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite
- Strong analytical mindset
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to lead cross-functional projects
- Prior experience in a regulated environment, such as GxP, ISO 27001, medical devices, or clinical trials
- Experience of start-ups in tech or biopharma sectors is an advantage
- CV and covering letter required for application
Benefits
Comp & perks- Annual bonus plan
- Private medical insurance
- Life insurance
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Contributory pension scheme
- Equity
- 28 days’ holiday allowance
- 25 days’ annual leave
- 3 additional company days between Christmas and New Year
- Bank holidays
- Enhanced family leave
- Diverse work environment
- Continuous learning mindset
- Flexible adjustments and support during the application or selection process