Senior Procurement Specialist

Job Overview

Gemcorp is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to lead and optimise our group-wide direct procurement, focusing on supplier cost savings, process efficiency, and strategic sourcing.

This is a greenfield role and will collaborate closely with the Procurement Manager align best practices with system-driven efficiencies. The ideal candidate will have experience across a variety of industries, with expertise in managing diverse direct spend categories (Equipment, pharmaceutical goods...). They should have a strong track record in cost-saving initiatives, strategic supplier management, and ensuring compliance and process optimisation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

• Develop and execute category strategies for key direct spend areas, ensuring alignment with business goals and requirements
• Analyse spending patterns and identify opportunities for cost reductions, efficiency improvements, and supplier consolidation
• Drive supplier negotiations to secure favourable terms, pricing structures, and service levels.

2. Supplier Management & Cost Savings Initiatives

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors
• Develop supplier performance metrics and manage supplier KPIs, SLAs, and risk assessments
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or service levels
• Work with business functions to rationalise supplier base and drive value-added partnerships
• Lead contract negotiations and renewals, ensuring cost-effectiveness and compliance.

3. Procurement Operations & Process Improvement

• Collaborate with the Senior Procurement Systems & Process Manager to improve P2P (procure-to-pay) processes, procurement tools, and system automation for the group
• direct spend
• Ensure purchasing policies and procedures align with compliance, risk management, and financial control requirements
• Work with internal stakeholders to improve demand planning and cost control measures.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Finance, IT and other business functions to align procurement strategies with operational needs
• Work closely with IT and the procurement systems team to ensure procurement automation and digital tools enhance sourcing activities
• Lead procurement-related training for internal stakeholders to promote strategic sourcing and cost-conscious purchasing behaviours.

5. Risk & Compliance Management

• Ensure direct procurement activities align with company policies, regulatory standards, and ethical sourcing principles
• Conduct risk assessments for critical suppliers and implement contingency plans to mitigate supply chain disruptions.
• Work with legal and compliance teams to ensure contractual agreements are robust and risk is minimised.

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Procurement, Business, Finance, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in direct procurement across multiple companies, with exposure to multiple categories e.g. IT, professional services, marketing, HR, facilities etc.
• Proven track record of cost savings, supplier negotiations, and strategic sourcing
• Experience in contract management, supplier evaluation, and procurement analytics
• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills
• Familiarity with procurement automation tools and ERP systems like Microsoft Business Central
• Ability to work cross-functionally with stakeholders in Finance, Operations, IT, and other departments.

Preferred:

• Professional certifications (CIPS, CPSM, PMP, or Six Sigma)
• Knowledge of procurement digitalisation, AI-driven sourcing, and sustainability / ESG initiatives
• Experience implementing category management strategies for global or multi-site procurement operations
• Strong analytical skills with experience using Power BI, Tableau, or other procurement analytics tools.

Key Competencies & Skills

• Proven ability to drive cost savings through strategic supplier negotiations and contract management
• Strong track record in supplier evaluation, relationship management and performance optimisation
• Data-driven decision-making & spend analysis
• Comfortable navigating complex and evolving business challenges with a proactive and solutions-focused mindset
• Deep understanding of procurement workflows, automation, and best practices to enhance efficiency
• Cross-functional collaboration & stakeholder engagement.

Gemcorp follows a fair and transparent process, based on the skills and qualifications of candidates. We actively encourage diversity in hiring, aiming for a representative and inclusive workforce.