The Business:
A leading supermarket chain with an award winning procurement function.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Sourcing and Procurement:
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Develop and implement logistics procurement strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives.
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Conduct market analysis to identify potential logistics service providers, assess their capabilities, and negotiate favourable terms and conditions.
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Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
- Supplier Relationship Management:
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Establish and maintain strong relationships with key logistics service providers to ensure high-quality service delivery.
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Monitor supplier performance and address any issues to ensure continuous improvement.
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Conduct regular supplier evaluations and renegotiations to optimise value.
- Logistics Optimization:
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Analyse logistics operations to identify areas for improvement in efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
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Implement best practices and innovative solutions to enhance the supply chain process.
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Collaborate with the logistics team to ensure smooth and efficient transportation and distribution.
- Budget Management:
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Develop and manage the logistics procurement budget, ensuring cost control and efficient use of resources.
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Analyse spending patterns and identify opportunities for cost savings and value improvements.
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Prepare and present regular reports on budget performance and procurement activities.
- Risk Management:
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Identify potential risks in the logistics supply chain and develop mitigation strategies.
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Ensure that all logistics contracts include appropriate risk management provisions.
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Stay informed about industry trends and potential risks that could impact the supply chain.
Key Skills:
- Procurement and Negotiation:
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Strong knowledge of procurement principles and practices, particularly in the logistics sector.
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Excellent negotiation skills to secure favourable terms with logistics service providers.
- Analytical and Strategic Thinking:
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Ability to analyse market trends, supplier capabilities, and logistics operations.
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Strategic mindset to develop and implement effective procurement and logistics strategies.
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
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Strong communication skills to effectively interact with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
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Ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.
- Financial Acumen:
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Understanding of budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis related to procurement and logistics.
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Ability to prepare and present financial reports and analyses.
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management:
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Knowledge of logistics and supply chain management principles and practices.
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Ability to identify opportunities for logistics optimisation and implement effective solutions.
- Qualifications:
- Proven experience in logistics procurement and supply chain management, preferably in a retail or supermarket environment.
- Professional certification in procurement or logistics (e.g., CIPS, CPSM, CLTD) is a plus.
- Proficiency in procurement and logistics software and tools