Purchasing Operations Lead

Title: 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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