Manager Procurement jobs in United States

Permanent

Customer Service, Purchasing, Scientific

ReAgent Chemical Services Limited are recruiting for a Procurement Manager, for their site in Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 3DL – check it out!

Location: Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 3DL
Salary: £40,000 to £45,000 pa plus 10% bonus package + Benefits
Contract: Full time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30 to 16:50

• Generous Company Pension
• Life Insurance
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity
• Free Onsite Parking
• Friendly Place to Work

About ReAgent Chemical Services Limited

ReAgent is a family-owned chemical manufacturer and supplier founded in 1977. We are a dynamic, ambitious, and fast-growing company with a friendly company culture. Our core values are to provide industry-leading customer service and high-quality products, and ensure that everyone who works at ReAgent is happy.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in negotiation with suppliers, contract management, problem-solving, and sourcing materials.

As ReAgent’s Procurement Manager, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth purchasing of materials, optimising costs, and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers. You will also be responsible for a team.

The successful candidate should possess qualifications such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) certification to excel in this position.

• Supplier negotiation and relationship management
  • Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure advantageous terms.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders.
  • Monitor supplier performance and resolve any issues related to quality, delivery, or service.
• Contract management
  • Draft, review, and manage supplier contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
  • Implement contract changes and manage contract renewals.
  • Maintain a repository of all contracts and agreements.
• Source and evaluate new suppliers and materials to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Stay updated on industry trends and new products.
• Collaborate with the technical team to understand material specifications and requirements.
• Team leadership
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement team, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
  • Assign tasks and responsibilities, monitor performance, and provide feedback.
  • Create and implement development programmes to enhance the team’s skills and knowledge.

Procurement Manager Qualifications:

CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) or equivalent would be advantageous.

Procurement Manager Skills and Competencies:

• Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager or in a similar role within the chemical industry, with technical knowledge of chemistry and the application of chemicals.
• Strong negotiation skills, with a track record of securing advantageous terms and pricing agreements.
• Experience in contract management, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating supplier contracts.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on root cause analysis.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Knowledge of safety and regulatory requirements related to chemical procurement.
• Ability to lead a team and create a strong and positive team culture.

Please Note: CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) certification or equivalent qualification is highly desirable.

If you are a results-oriented individual with a passion for negotiation, contract management, problem-solving, and sourcing materials in the chemical industry, we would love to hear from you.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on ‘APPLY’ today, forwarding an up to date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance.