Procurement Specialist

Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Procurement Specialist with expertise in the Mining sector, to join our dynamic team in an established company that is one of the UK leading global procurement service providers. At Rainbo Supplies and Services, we offer a diverse working environment at our head office based in Crawley, West Sussex.

In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing, procuring and supplying a diverse selection of items across the mining sector, supporting clients globally. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of mining equipment and suppliers, and dealing with various mine types, including underground and open pit mines.

You will play a crucial role in connecting and negotiating with suppliers, ensuring best value outcomes for our business.

Duties

• Negotiate, source and obtain materials, equipment and services, achieving competitive pricing without compromising quality.
• Liaising directly with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure quotes are secured and successfully delivered.
• Provide customers with a proposal that meets their exact technical and commercial requirements and is compliant, competitive, clear and comprehensive.
• Ensure the full understanding of the customer needs and exact requirements before proceeding with orders or enquiries.
• Execute and manage supplier contracts in accordance with guidelines to optimise cost, service, quality and capital.
• Evaluate and select suppliers based on credibility, capability, commercial, technical and delivery criteria, against the customer requirements.
• To assess RFQs and ensure quotes are technically and commercially compliant.
• Ensure all information is accurately recorded and all tasks actioned in a timely and professional manner, including confirmation of sales orders, handover to expediting, with the correct documentation.
• To undertake any other tasks required that are commensurate to the role

Experience

• Minimum 3 years procurement experience, with strong communications skills both written and verbal.
• Track record of sourcing and quoting international customers, particularly in Africa, the Middle East and Americas.
• Good knowledge of Mining equipment and suppliers.
• Comfortable dealing with multiple customer RFQs received from various mine types including underground and open pit.
• Knowledge of international trade and logistics.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent organisational and multi-tasking skills, with an attention to detail for evaluating supplier proposals.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to secure favourable terms from suppliers.
• Good understanding of incoterms.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to enhance their career in procurement, within a supportive and innovative environment.

Working hours 37.5 per week, flexible working patterns are offered. Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, 100% office based (no hybrid working).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Crawley, West Sussex: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you resident in the UK?

Experience:

• Mining Procurement : 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person