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Step into a high-impact role within one of the world's most respected engineering organisations, operating at the cutting edge of chemicals, gases and technical manufacturing. This is a standout opportunity for a rising procurement professional looking to accelerate their career within a complex, strategic, and commercially critical category. You will manage end-to-end procurement activity across special gases, packaged gases, electronic gases and chemicals, blending strategic category ownership with hands-on delivery. Expect exposure to high-value negotiations, supplier optimisation, cross-functional stakeholder influence, and international collaboration across EMEA.
Job Responsibility:
Develop and deliver category strategies aligned to business priorities, productivity targets and risk mitigation
Lead value improvement initiatives (cost optimisation, alternative sourcing, process efficiencies, value engineering)
Build, develop and manage supplier relationships, driving continuous improvement and innovation
Identify, evaluate and onboard new suppliers to support category growth and resilience
Negotiate pricing, commercial terms and contract agreements
Conduct robust market and supply analysis to monitor trends, regulation, and competitive positioning
Ensure strong governance, contract compliance and risk management
Oversee procurement lifecycle activities including contract drafting, review and execution
Manage supplier KPIs and performance reviews, implementing corrective actions where necessary
Champion total cost of ownership thinking and challenge historic practices
Work closely with supply chain, logistics, planning and operations teams to support business continuity
Engage with senior leaders (Finance, BU Heads, Operations, Supply Chain) to align procurement strategy and delivery
Collaborate across EMEA/global procurement networks to leverage best practice and scale advantages
Requirements:
3-5 years' procurement experience (direct spend)
Confident stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
Proven experience supporting both tactical and strategic procurement activity
Strong negotiation ability and commercial acumen
Comfortable navigating complex environments with multiple priorities
Exposure to international suppliers or multi-regional markets
Experience within chemicals, industrial gases, special gases, technical or engineering categories
Degree or equivalent professional experience
CIPS qualification (or currently studying)
Understanding of contract drafting and management
Background in industrial, manufacturing or engineering environments
What we offer:
10% annual bonus
Hybrid working (2 days per week on site)
Occasional UK travel (minimal global travel)
Meaningful ownership of a specialist, high-value category
Clear progression path into a senior procurement position
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