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On behalf of our client, a leading Aerospace manufacturing company, we are seeking a highly motivated Procurement Administrator to join their team in Congleton. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, this role is responsible for managing the procurement of indirect categories, ensuring cost-effective purchasing strategies, and maintaining strong supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage the procurement of indirect categories such as office goods, consumables, hire contracts, services, and utilities.

* Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure value, compliance, and performance.

* Identify opportunities for cost-saving initiatives and supplier consolidation.

* Collaborate with stakeholders across multiple sites to align procurement strategies with business goals.

* Provide effective contract negotiation, generating savings and reducing costs in alignment with business needs and market trends.

* Responsible for the end-to-end tender management, including tender reports, presentations, contract analysis, and negotiation.

* Deliver Purchase Price Variance to budget.

* Support the development of the Indirect supply chain strategy with the Supply Chain Manager.

* Provide all departments with purchasing support and input as required.

* Fulfil auditing and compliance requirements related to procurement processes.

Skills & Experience

* Proven experience in procurement, supply chain, or purchasing roles, ideally within indirect categories.

* Strong negotiation skills with a track record of delivering cost savings.

* Excellent stakeholder management and the ability to influence at all levels.

* Analytical mindset with experience in supplier performance evaluation.

* Ability to manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously.

* Knowledge of contract management and procurement compliance.

Qualifications

Essential

* Degree or professional qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.

* Experience with procurement software and systems.

Desirable

* Membership of CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) or working towards it.

* Knowledge of procurement best practices and market trends.

Package & Benefits

* Excellent pension and life assurance scheme

* 4-day working week

* 20 days holiday (equivalent to 5 weeks) plus bank holidays

* Employee Assistance Programme

* Cycle to Work scheme

* Free on-site parking