Job Description:

Peopleforce Recruitment are looking for an experienced Purchasing Operations Lead to join our team on a 12-month contract. This is a key role supporting the smooth running of procurement operations, systems, reporting and governance within a pharmaceutical enviorment. 

The Role

You will:

• Lead and oversee day-to-day purchasing and procurement operations.
• Ensure processes meet company policies, controls and governance requirements.
• Manage procurement systems, supplier data and reporting.
• Analyse spend, supplier and savings information to identify opportunities.
• Support contract administration, approvals and commercial documentation.
• Build strong relationships across Procurement, Finance, Legal and the wider business.
• Identify and deliver improvements to procurement processes and systems.
• Provide guidance, training and support to stakeholders.

About You

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain or business administration.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with business systems, data and reporting.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of procurement governance, supplier management and contract administration.
• Experience coordinating teams, projects or operational activities.
• Ideally, experience working within a corporate or regulated environment.

Why Join?

This is a great opportunity to take ownership of procurement operations, improve the way we work and make a real impact across the business.

Contract: 12 months