Ability to adapt to a fast-moving landscape and keep pace with latest thinking
Extensive knowledge of best practice
Analytical mind capable of managing numerous information sources and providing data analysis reports to senior management
Works well with others in an integrated team environment
Can make decisions that are well informed and timely
Multi-tasking – can manage several concurrent projects and prioritise demands
Considerable experience of successful commercial management
Well organised with an eye for detail.
Demonstrable experience in Procurement roles with experience of Technology projects
Knowledge of market trends in contract and pricing models, service delivery and performance management.
Creative thinking – able to look at alternatives and consider new ways of thinking to problem solve
Excellent communication skills – providing verbal and written communication that is outstanding to both direct reports and senior management as well as other stakeholders
Credible, strong, persuasive communicator. Strong negotiation, relationship and interpersonal skills.
Flexible and adaptable – capable of changing direction where required and showing flexibility to meet new demands
Customer focus – able to meet the demands of internal and external customers
Benefits
Save-as-you-earn scheme
Competitive bonus
Contributory pension scheme
Buy-as-you-earn scheme
Life assurance
Colleague discount across a variety of Group businesses
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Company
Overview
1797
Year Established
Traces its roots back to this year.
Serves a wide range of industries, from construction to home improvement.
Supports both large-scale projects and individual DIY enthusiasts.
Offers products for building, plumbing, heating, and timber.
Operates through numerous well-known brands and a vast network of branches across the UK.
Consistently delivers top-tier products and services for major infrastructure and residential projects.
Known for innovative solutions to meet the evolving industry needs.
Recognized for strong supply chain capabilities and customer satisfaction.
Culture + Values
Environment + Sustainability
80%, 63% by 2035
Carbon Reduction Targets
The company aims to reduce Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 80% and Scope 3 emissions by 63% by 2035, aligned with the Science-Based Targets initiative.
33% reduction
Scope 1 & 2 Emissions
Achieved a significant reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions by the end of 2023.
100% renewable
Electricity Usage
100% of operational electricity in the UK is sourced from renewable energy, contributing to significant carbon savings.
1.4M L, 3,500 t CO₂
HVO Fuel Savings
Switching to HVO fuel in 270 vehicles reduced diesel usage and achieved substantial CO₂ savings in 2023.
Switching up to 1,100 diesel forklifts to electric by mid-2024 (estimated reduction ~6,600 t CO₂/year)
Over 95% of operational waste diverted from landfill; using >30% recycled content in plastic packaging
11% of 2023 revenue from products with Environmental Product Declarations for embodied-carbon transparency
Partner of National Retrofit Hub, influencing retrofit planning and industry decarbonisation
Piloted full decarbonisation of one branch per business, installing solar PV, heat pumps, LED to inform rollout
Scope 3 emissions reduced 3% in 2023 and now 6% below 2020 baseline; ratio per revenue improved 28%