Procurement Specialist at Allied Talent Partners

Role & Responsibilities  
Deliverables:  

• Conduct a comprehensive review of current procurement processes, controls, and operating practices. 
• Analyse historical procurement activities and spending patterns to identify efficiency and cost-saving opportunities. 
• Assess supplier performance, contract structures, and sourcing practices. 
• Identify priority vendors and develop negotiation strategies to improve commercial outcomes. 
• Design a procurement improvement roadmap with clear implementation recommendations. 
• Develop procurement governance, supplier management, and sourcing frameworks aligned to business requirements. 
• Present findings, recommendations, and expected savings opportunities to leadership. 

Requirements  
Experience required: 

• Experience leading procurement transformation, optimisation, or cost-reduction initiatives. 
• Experience within manufacturing, industrial, or supply-chain-intensive environments. 
• Proven track record identifying procurement savings opportunities and supplier performance improvements. 
• Experience reviewing procurement operating models, sourcing practices, and vendor management processes. 
• Experience engaging with both local and international supplier networks. 

Technical requirements: 

• Strong procurement analysis and spend management capability. 
• Ability to assess sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, and commercial terms. 
• Strong understanding of procurement governance, controls, and best practices. 
• Experience developing actionable procurement strategies and implementation plans. 
• Strong commercial and negotiation capability. 

Soft skills: 

• Analytical and data-driven decision-making approach. 
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills. 
• Ability to challenge existing practices constructively. 
• Results-oriented with a focus on measurable business outcomes. 
• Strong communication and presentation skills.