Strategic Procurement Specialist

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Summary:

The Strategic Procurement Specialist is responsible for developing and executing global sourcing strategies for all third-party products, mechanical components, logistics, consumables, indirect operational and ‘Other’ categories across the business. The role will lead the transformation of the company's global procurement and distribution model for all spend categories other than PCBAs, electronic components, contract manufacturing, and complete box-build solutions, establishing strategic supplier partnerships, optimising logistics networks, and implementing scalable fulfilment solutions that support regional deployment and business growth.

Working closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, Engineering, and Finance, the position will drive supplier consolidation, standardisation, distribution channel optimisation, and logistics network development to improve service levels, reduce total cost, and enhance supply chain resilience. The role will also provide leadership in global trade, import/export considerations, transportation strategy, and third-party logistics management, supporting the organisation's transition to an integrated global supply network.

Key Responsibilities Global Category Strategy Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for:
Third-party OEM manufactured products, equipment and systems Mechanical components, Fasteners and fixing systems Cables, fittings and connectivity products Packaging and consumables MRO and Indirect operational purchasing categories Low-value, high-volume C-items ‘Other’ spend categories Establish category roadmaps aligned with business growth and operational objectives. Consolidate spend and leverage global purchasing power across all business locations. Reduce supplier complexity through rationalisation and standardisation initiatives.

Develop preferred supplier strategies for key categories. Create global agreements and pricing frameworks that can be leveraged across regions. Third-Party Product & Supplier Strategy Develop strategic relationships with global suppliers of externally designed products incorporated into PBE Axell projects & solutions. Evaluate market opportunities and supplier capabilities. Lead / Support supplier selection, qualification and onboarding activities. Identify opportunities to improve supply continuity, quality, service performance and commercial terms.

Ensure suppliers can support long-term business growth and regional deployment requirements. Partner with Sales and Product Management to align sourcing strategy with market requirements. Logistics Network Development Develop and implement the company's future-state global logistics strategy. Support the transition of the distribution model to a scalable global fulfilment network. Assess regional distribution requirements across North America, Europe, Africa, APAC and other operating regions.

Identify opportunities to improve lead times, customer responsiveness, and overall logistics efficiency. Evaluate logistics network design options to support future business growth. Collaborate with the Global SIOP Manager to align logistics capability with customer demand forecasts. Distribution Partner & 2PL / 3PL Management Lead selection and management of strategic distribution partners for standardised products and low-value procurement categories. Evaluate and…