Procurement Officer

Procurement Officer - Fixed Term Contract Who we are: We are Severn Glocon, leaders in the design, engineering, and manufacture of innovative bespoke valve solutions for the most demanding applications in the energy and industrial processes’ sectors. With a legacy of excellence spanning over several decades, we are committed to delivering high-performance products and services that exceed our customers' expectations. Our success is built on the talents and dedication of our diverse team. We cultivate an inclusive and collaborative work environment where every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. We are passionate about fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth, ensuring our employees have the resources and opportunities to develop their skills and advance their careers. Severn Glocon is a place where innovation meets expertise. Our team members are encouraged to think creatively and drive technological advancements that shape the future of our industry. We believe in the power of teamwork and are dedicated to creating a supportive environment where you can thrive. If you are looking to join a forward-thinking company that values your contributions, supports your growth, Severn Glocon is the place for you. Together, we can achieve great things and make a lasting impact. What you’ll do as Procurement Officer: As Procurement Officer you’ll be responsible for supporting the efficient process of procurement and contributing towards planning. Your main responsibilities will be to: Facilitating the flow of work and materials for the factory.  Ensure smooth delivery of purchase orders, planning schedules and coordinate accordingly with the internal planning and procurement teams.  Attend production meetings and work towards improving delivery times. Communicate with our suppliers and negotiate terms and costings.  What you’ll need as Procurement Officer: Highly motivated, team player with good organisation skills who is able to work under pressure. Ideally have experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment. Experience of planning tools i.e. ERP/MRP and vendor management, other related business management systems, Microsoft Office, Excel would be advantageous. Strong negotiation, communication, interpersonal and influencing skills. Analytical, numerically astute with strong proven problem-solving abilities. A proactive approach to changing workload demands in an operational environment. Drive for continuous development and process improvement. What we will offer the successful Procurement Officer: At Severn Glocon, we offer more than just a salary. You’ll be joining a business built on quality and innovation, our people are empowered to bring their whole self to work. We offer a range of additional rewards and benefits including: Salary exchange Company pension scheme (7% Company/5% employee contribution)  Uncapped employee gain share scheme   25 days holiday per annum plus bank holidays  Life Assurance 3x salary  Peer to peer recognition scheme  Early finish Friday  Christmas shutdown  There’s some extras too to make your life at work even more rewarding – we run a Works Partnership & Social Committee, give you access to free independent financial advice, an Employee Assistance Programme, and rewards for referring great people. Apply now and you could soon be part of our great community of colleagues. Equal Opportunities At Severn Group we are guided by our values in everything we do and recognise that being a diverse and inclusive employer is fundamental to our success. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on disability, age, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, national origin, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation