Shutdown Procurement Analyst Clydach, Swansea Contract until 31 December 2026 Full-Time Industrial / Manufacturing Introduction Acorn by Synergie is currently recruiting on behalf of its prestigious client, Vale Europe, for a Shutdown Procurement Analyst based at the Mond Nickel Refinery in Clydach, Swansea. The Mond Nickel Refinery has been one of the world's leading nickel refineries for over 120 years. Vale is a global mining leader with operations across the UK, Europe, Asia, and the USA. This contract role offers the opportunity to play a key part in the successful delivery of major refinery shutdowns within a highly regulated industrial environment. The Role As a Shutdown Procurement Analyst, you will support planned refinery shutdowns by ensuring all materials, equipment, and services are procured safely, cost-effectively, and on schedule. You will work closely with Maintenance, Engineering, Shutdown Management, and suppliers, managing the full procurement...

Shutdown Procurement Analyst Clydach, Swansea Contract until 31 December 2026 Full-Time Industrial / Manufacturing Introduction Acorn by Synergie is currently recruiting on behalf of its prestigious client, Vale Europe, for a Shutdown Procurement Analyst based at the Mond Nickel Refinery in Clydach, Swansea. The Mond Nickel Refinery has been one of the world's leading nickel refineries for over 120 years. Vale is a global mining leader with operations across the UK, Europe, Asia, and the USA. This contract role offers the opportunity to play a key part in the successful delivery of major refinery shutdowns within a highly regulated industrial environment. The Role As a Shutdown Procurement Analyst, you will support planned refinery shutdowns by ensuring all materials, equipment, and services are procured safely, cost-effectively, and on schedule. You will work closely with Maintenance, Engineering, Shutdown Management, and suppliers, managing the full procurement...

Bolton Are you passionate about executing and managing critical and complex supplier subcontracts? Do you have experience of providing work collaboratively with UK and/or international suppliers whilst protecting the commercial position? Salary : Circa £ 48,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave:...

Buyer - Exciting Opportunity in a Growing Manufacturing Environment We are seeking an experienced Buyer to join our team, taking responsibility for the sourcing and procurement of key raw materials and components. This is a great opportunity to play an important role in ensuring a reliable supply chain, competitive pricing, and strong supplier performance within a manufacturing environment. What We Offer Salary to 50,000 33 days holiday (increasing with service) Pension scheme (5% employee / 5% employer via salary sacrifice) Life assurance (3x salary) Financial support for continued professional development (CPD) Key Responsibilities Manage end-to-end procurement activities for assigned commodities Source suppliers and manage RFQs Conduct market research to identify cost-saving opportunities and monitor trends Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships Monitor supplier performance and drive...

Procurement Manager Location: Remote (Home Based UK) Working Hours: This is a UK-based role supporting US stakeholders. Flexibility to accommodate US time zones is required from time to time, balanced with a flexible and outcome-focused approach to working hours. Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience We re looking for a proven and experienced Procurement Manager to join our established and growing branded merchandise provider operating within the US collegiate market. This is a UK-based role with a strong US focus, working primarily with US universities, campus stores, suppliers, and partners. The successful candidate will bring deep buying experience to a growing business in the university campus store space, where we drive customer engagement by delivering high-quality branded merchandise with passionate, world-class service. Reporting into senior leadership, the Procurement Manager will work closely with US-based store managers and retail operations teams to...

Procurement Manager Location: Remote (Home Based UK) Working Hours: This is a UK-based role supporting US stakeholders. Flexibility to accommodate US time zones is required from time to time, balanced with a flexible and outcome-focused approach to working hours. Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience We re looking for a proven and experienced Procurement Manager to join our established and growing branded merchandise provider operating within the US collegiate market. This is a UK-based role with a strong US focus, working primarily with US universities, campus stores, suppliers, and partners. The successful candidate will bring deep buying experience to a growing business in the university campus store space, where we drive customer engagement by delivering high-quality branded merchandise with passionate, world-class service. Reporting into senior leadership, the Procurement Manager will work closely with US-based store managers and retail operations teams to...

Do you have proven experience leading procurement strategies for major infrastructure projects in highly regulated environments? Can you demonstrate strong knowledge of NEC contracts, category management, and UK procurement regulations? Would you like to play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of one of the UK s most ambitious nuclear construction programmes? The Opportunity Our Tier 1 civil engineering client is delivering a £2.9 billion nuclear construction project, and we are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead end-to-end procurement activities, manage strategic sourcing, and ensure full compliance within a highly regulated environment. This role offers a career defining opportunity to influence procurement performance and commercial outcomes on a nationally significant project Your duties and responsibilities will be Lead the development and execution of procurement strategies aligned with project objectives and regulatory...

Job Title: Buyer Location: Bishops Stortford Employment Type: Permanent Start Date: ASAP Working Hours: Monday- Thursday (08:30- 17:00), Friday 08:30- 15:30. Benefits: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Salary Exchange Pension Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Life Assurance Employee Cash Plan Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Schemes Professional Growth and Development State-of-the-art Equipment and Technology Ongoing Training and Certification Programmes About the Role The Buyer will be responsible for buying of all materials in a timely and cost-effective manner under the guidance of the Purchasing Manager. Key Responsibilities Purchasing a wide range of aircraft parts and materials in-line with operational procedures. The timely placement/fulfilment of purchase orders (PR-POs) and delivery of parts in-line with operational requirements (MR). Resolving and investigating Supply Chain errors and examining via...

Job Title: Buyer Location: Bishops Stortford Employment Type: Permanent Start Date: ASAP Working Hours: Monday- Thursday (08:30- 17:00), Friday 08:30- 15:30. Benefits: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Salary Exchange Pension Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Life Assurance Employee Cash Plan Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Schemes Professional Growth and Development State-of-the-art Equipment and Technology Ongoing Training and Certification Programmes About the Role The Buyer will be responsible for buying of all materials in a timely and cost-effective manner under the guidance of the Purchasing Manager. Key Responsibilities Purchasing a wide range of aircraft parts and materials in-line with operational procedures. The timely placement/fulfilment of purchase orders (PR-POs) and delivery of parts in-line with operational requirements (MR). Resolving and investigating Supply Chain errors and examining via...

We're recruiting an experienced Housing Policy and Procurement Officer to support the development and delivery of housing strategy, policy and procurement activity within a busy local authority housing service. This is a project-focused role supporting a wide range of housing initiatives including housing policy development, temporary accommodation provision, social housing development and commissioning activity. The successful candidate will work closely with senior housing strategy colleagues and external partners to help deliver key housing projects and ensure the council's housing policies remain robust, compliant and effective. The Role Support the delivery of a range of housing strategy and housing-related projects across the council. Assist with the development and review of housing policies, procedures and strategies to ensure they remain legally compliant and effective. Contribute to the commissioning and procurement of housing services and accommodation...

Buyer / Procurement Officer / Senior Buyer Permanent Full-Time Competitive Salary + Benefits Buyer - Manufacturing / Engineering An established and growing manufacturing and engineering business is seeking an experienced Buyer to join its procurement team. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, this role will act as the number two within the department and will support the delivery of an efficient, cost-effective and strategic procurement function. This position would suit a commercially aware Buyer / Procurement Officer / Senior Buyer with experience purchasing components, materials and parts within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities: End-to-end procurement of parts, components and materials Strategic and operational purchasing to support production and MRP schedules Supplier sourcing, onboarding and supplier relationship management (SRM) Price negotiation, cost analysis and cost reduction initiatives Raising and expediting purchase...

Platinum Search Recruitment is proud to be working with an award-winning, multi-disciplinary consultancy that is recognised as a market leader within the social housing sector. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join their team on a permanent basis in Orpington, Kent. Procurement Manager Role Overview: Working within a specialist team, the Procurement Manager will support the delivery of high-quality procurement services across a range of projects. The role requires a thorough, methodical approach and a strong understanding of public sector procurement processes, ensuring governance, compliance, and best value for clients. Procurement Manager Key Responsibilities: Leading and supporting clients in developing procurement strategies from project inception through to completion Preparing full procurement documentation suites, including contract folders, preliminaries, specifications, KPIs, and pricing frameworks...

Buyer / Procurement Officer / Senior Buyer Permanent Full-Time Competitive Salary + Benefits Buyer - Manufacturing / Engineering An established and growing manufacturing and engineering business is seeking an experienced Buyer to join its procurement team. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, this role will act as the number two within the department and will support the delivery of an efficient, cost-effective and strategic procurement function. This position would suit a commercially aware Buyer / Procurement Officer / Senior Buyer with experience purchasing components, materials and parts within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities: End-to-end procurement of parts, components and materials Strategic and operational purchasing to support production and MRP schedules Supplier sourcing, onboarding and supplier relationship management (SRM) Price negotiation, cost analysis and cost reduction initiatives Raising and expediting purchase...