Full job descriptionTitle: Purchasing Operations Lead
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday).
Location: Witney.
Salary: Up to £55,000 depending on experience
Contract: 12 months




Key Responsibilities
Procurement Operations & Governance
*Manage and oversee procurement operational processes and systems.
*Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures, and delegated authority requirements.
*Maintain effective controls and governance across purchasing activities.
*Support the efficient execution of procurement transactions and workflows.
Systems & Data Management
*Maintain and enhance procurement systems, databases, and related digital tools.
*Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and availability of procurement and supplier data.
*Support system users and drive ongoing improvements in functionality and usability.
Reporting & Business Intelligence
*Develop and deliver procurement performance reporting and management information.
*Analyse spend, supplier, savings, and operational data to identify trends and opportunities.
*Provide insights that support decision-making and procurement strategy.
Contract & Commercial Administration
*Support the administration and governance of procurement agreements and associated documentation.
*Coordinate approval and execution processes for contracts and commercial documents.
*Ensure records are maintained in accordance with company requirements.
Stakeholder Engagement
*Act as a key point of contact for procurement operational activities.
*Build strong relationships with stakeholders across Procurement, Finance, Legal, and the wider business.
*Deliver training, communications, and guidance to support procurement best practices.
Continuous Improvement
*Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, systems, and ways of working.
*Lead or support initiatives that enhance efficiency, compliance, data quality, and stakeholder experience.
*Contribute to the ongoing development of procurement capabilities and tools.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Essential
*Experience in procurement, procurement operations, supply chain, or business administration.
*Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
*Experience working with business systems, data management, and reporting tools.
*Excellent organisational and stakeholder management skills.
*Strong communication and presentation abilities.
*Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Desirable
*Experience within a regulated or corporate procurement environment.
*Knowledge of procurement governance, supplier management, and contract administration.
*Experience leading teams or coordinating operational activities.
*Professional procurement qualification (e.g., CIPS).
Key Competencies
*Operational Excellence
*Commercial Awareness
*Data Analysis & Insight
*Process Improvement
*Stakeholder Management
*Leadership & Team Development
*Communication & Influencing
*Planning & Organisation
*Attention to Detail
*Problem Solving






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