Job Description

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Procurement Specialist

Salary:

40,000 - 50,000

per annum, depending on experience,

with an increase on completion of 6 month probation.

Hours: 8am - 4pm Monday to Friday

Halo ARC Bognor Regis or Trafford, Manchester

Halo is the industry leading UK-based accident repair group, with

35 established accident repair centres

across the UK and we are

still growing.

Partnered with IRS (Intelligent Repair Services) based in Germany, who are the largest provider of accident claim services in Europe, this partnership provides Halo with an

unrivalled

platform and the resource for

excellent training

,

development

and

employee packages!

We are looking for a

Procurement Specialist

to join our industry-leading Accident Repair Centre business. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the Procurement Department and support the Procurement Manager in evolving procurement frameworks and implementing strategies. You will be responsible for sourcing, purchasing goods & services for the organisation and for supporting the strategic direction of the procurement function.


You will report to and work closely with the Procurement Manager. You will work in a modern fast paced environment, transforming the Procurement Department and be responsible for negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships and overseeing the entire procurement process.



We are creating the next generation of repair centres, driven by a passion for service, quality, and customer focus, and

we want you to be a part of it!

The role will include, but is not limited to the following:

Building a world-class Procurement function to support the growth of UK's fastest-growing accident repair business. Oversee daily procurement operations across all active sites Setting up procurement frameworks for new site launches, including approved suppliers, budgets and stock lists Working closely with Procurement and Finance to forecast spend, track budgets and identify trend variations Leveraging Halo's growth to negotiate stronger commercial terms and support the Procurement Manager Manage & develop a junior buyer with a focus on supplier consolidation & process improvement Support the Procurement Manager creating, reviewing and negotiating contracts with suppliers Reviewing purchasing data to ensure value through Total Cost Ownership (TCO) Driving a centralised procurement function through- Share point, automation and AI Ensuring clean, accurate PO processes and supplier compliance with contractual terms Comfortable working in a fast paced, results driven environment

What we are looking for?

5+ years' experience supplier negotiations and drafting up SLA's Highly motivated individual with the ability to think and act at pace Strong understanding of contract management & supplier management Proven ability to analyse spend data, cost control and drive efficiencies Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and highly organised with a strong attention to detail. Proficient in IT and technology - SAP would be advantageous A forward thinking, collaborative team player who has experience working to tight project deadlines Experience working to budgets and ensuring purchases align to financial plans UK Driving Licence - small amount of travel required to support growth (new site openings)

Our Values

Be Proud

- take pride in your work and celebrate your successes, big or small.

Keep It Simple

- simple solutions are harder to find than complex ones, but consistency and simplicity matter most.

Do the Right Thing

- if it feels right in your heart, do it. If it doesn't, then don't.



And most importantly,

always be extraordinary.



Halo is extremely well known within the insurance industry for having extraordinarily high performing people and since we are a people thinking business, we know that it's our teams and centres that provide extraordinary results. Therefore, you can expect an excellent package and environment.



Accredited Living Wage Employer. Employee assistance programme for you and your family. Health and wellbeing apps. Cycle scheme. Gym discounts. Retail and restaurant discount and cashback. Life Insurance. Health Insurance. VirtualGP. Enhanced family friendly pay such as maternity and paternity. Free fruit and pizza. Refer a friend bonus incentive. Employee recognition rewards. Team Event Budget (do something fun together!) Discounted LV insurance. Get appreciated for your time with paid breaks. 25 days holiday plus public holidays. We invest in YOU with opportunities for career progression. Pension contributions. Work within a modern and clean working environment. And we are always open to hearing what our people want!


We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. Throughout the recruitment process we want all candidates to be at their best. We are an inclusive workplace, where staff respect one another, feel valued for their differences and can be themselves.



To discuss this position or any of our positions in more detail feel free to contact our recruitment team via vacancies@haloarc.co.uk or call 01243 546185, we aim to respond to all enquiries within 24 hours.