Temporary Procurement Specialist - £200pd

Currently recruiting an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Specialist to support the development and delivery of sourcing strategies for a market-leading, global FMCG client.

This is a 12-month contract, offering up to £200pd (inside IR35, through Umbrella), working completely from home (REMOTE).

The Role:

This role will support the successful development and delivery of sourcing strategies within the Ocean Freight category, to secure supply, drive value-add and identify and mitigate any risks. You will collaborate with c-level stakeholders on sourcing, contracts, supplier and carrier negotiations, and monthly reporting.

You will provide meaningful insight and actionable suggestions from market and industry analysis, alongside building and maintaining a strong network of internal and external relationships.

Requirements:

- Previous Procurement Category Management experience

- Previous strategic experience - supporting devising and roll out of strategies.

- Comfortable engaging and influencing external suppliers and stakeholders up to a senior level, including C-suite.

- Any experience or background in Shipping or Freight would be advantageous.

This is an urgent requirement, so if interested please apply asap and any questions, please email claire.shipman@1st-executive.com