Procurement Manager
Procurement Manager
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Summary
Were on a mission to make credit work better for all.We buy debt from lots of different companies in all kinds of sectors. We treat people with dignity helping customers pay off their Lowell debt in practical and affordable ways.
According to The Sunday Times were one of the best places to work in the UK. Why Because of the people who work here. Warm welcoming and supertalented. Its our people that make us great.
We celebrate and share success learn from failure embrace change and savour challenge.
Join us and from day one youll have a voice in one of the most dynamic companies in the UK finance sector. Our new colleagues tell us they love the support we give them and the recognition they receive for a job well done. And wherever you are in Lowell youll be making a difference to the lives of millions of people going through tough times.
Job Description
Procurement Manager
Location: Thorpe Park Leeds Flexible Working Available
AtLowell were entering an exciting new chapterembracingAI and digital innovationto transform how we work. As we grow were looking for aProcurement Managerto help shape our sourcing strategy and supplier relationships in the UK.
Youll own maintain and develop sourcing for all UK businesses independently and in respect of high value contracts and any group initiatives affecting the UK working with the Group Strategic Sourcing Partner.
If youd like to be part of a brand new role an opportunity to have a voice and implement change......read on!
What Youll Be Doing:
- Own key supplier relationships negotiating and improving purchasing terms across the UK business (including property stationary vending consumables utilities professional services and IT) and analysing the commercial impact on the business.
- Drive forward new supplier identification/tender/negotiation outsourcing and contract negotiation
- Work closely with Supplier Relationship Managers to mitigate risk identify opportunities and grow a strategic supplier agenda
- Promote a strong & effective cost culture throughout all appropriate levels of the business
- Work closely with the UK Legal team to manage risk and ensure company exposure to reputational legal and financial risk is mitigated.
- Negotiate favourable improved invoice payment terms for UK suppliers.
What we need from you:
- Experience within the Financial Services is desirable.
- CIPS qualification is essential.
- Strong experience instrategic sourcingsupplier negotiation andcontract management.
- A collaborative mindset with the ability to work across teams and functions.
- Understanding of contract law and supply of goods / services agreements.
- Commercial Awareness able to understand business priorities / goals and develop the procurement process accordingly.
What will you get in return:
- Discretionary annual bonusfor a job well done earn up to 5% of your annual salary.
- 3% flexible benefits; choose additional benefits or take as cash each month. Whether its extra holiday or dental cover theres something for you.
- Hybrid working environment:Work in our new purposebuilt Leeds office at Thorpe Park designed to support collaborative working and those meaningful moments youll only get from being in the office.
- Free parkingwhen you are in the office and when working from home youll be fully equipped with everything you need to be successful.
- 28 days holiday plus public holidayswith the option to purchase up to an additional 5 days.
- Life assurance.
- A fantastic culturewith more little perks along the way including selfdevelopment opportunities recognition awards and onsite gym facilities.
- Wellbeing supportand a programme of webinars and classes geared towards mindfulness.
Ready to join us
Our people are our greatest asset. That means part of our mission is building a workplace where you can grow with us and help us make a difference together.
Together we go further and it starts with you. So if youre interested in adding your voice to our fantastic team take the first step and apply today
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
