Procurement / Inventory Specialist

Minimum requirements:
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly strategic and analytical Procurement / Purchasing / Inventory Specialist to manage the full procurement and inventory function within a manufacturing / industrial product environment.
The successful candidate will take ownership of local international supplier management, inventory optimisation, cost control, and detailed reporting.
This role requires a commercially astute individual with strong negotiation skills, highly analytical with advanced reporting capabilities.

Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Supplier Management

• Manage the full procurement cycle from sourcing to delivery.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, and contracts with international and local suppliers (China, UK, USA, Turkey and other global markets).
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and cost efficiency.
• Identify alternative suppliers and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with company standards.

Inventory & Stock Management

• Analyse stock levels to ensure optimal inventory holding and avoid overstocking or shortages.
• Monitor and report on slow-moving, obsolete, and high-risk inventory.
• Forecast demand in line with requirements and sales trends.
• Manage reorder levels and safety stock strategies.
• Improve inventory turnover and working capital efficiency.

Reporting & Analysis

• Generate detailed inventory and procurement reports for management.
• Analyse costing structures, pricing margins, and landed costs.
• Evaluate lead times and their impact on planning.
• Provide strategic insights to improve procurement efficiency and profitability.
• Prepare monthly reporting on stock movement, procurement spend, and margin analysis.

Systems & Administration

• Work on Sage Evolution (or similar ERP system) for procurement and inventory management.
• Ensure accurate capturing and maintenance of procurement and stock data.
• Maintain strong data integrity for reporting and audit purposes.

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years experience in a procurement / purchasing / inventory role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proven experience managing international suppliers across multiple countries.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management experience.
• Advanced computer literacy with s
  
  https://www.executiveplacements.com/Jobs/P/Procurement-Inventory-Specialist-1263494-Job-Search-02-17-2026-22-29-32-PM.asp?sid=gumtree