Procurement Compliance Specialist

Howdens Joinery are looking for a new Procurement Compliance Specialist to provide independent assurance across the organisation and business. Assisting the Procurement Compliance Manager you will maintain commercial data integrity and updating relevant supplier certification i.e. CoC, ISO certificates and vendor assessments.

This is a permanent position based from our office in Howden, Yorkshire 4 days per week with 1 day working from home.

What you will be doing:

• Providing independent assurance on Supplier onboarding and management, sustainability, timber compliance, responsible sourcing and Ethical Trading aspects and risks.
• Support with risk assessments of operational sites by reporting, monitoring and escalating supply chain risks to Procurement Compliance Manager and Buyers.
• Driving continuous improvement of processes
• Acting as a Supplier Manager in the SAP Ariba SLP to support an E2E supplier onboarding process and legacy suppliers’ requalification, including verification of Bank Details and Insurance information
• Acting as a site administrator for SEDEX and D&B platforms
• Maintenance of the Vendor Table in SAP and the Raw Material Certified supplier list with Certificate number and claims
• Monitoring of new suppliers being introduced, updating the SAP system with CoC and SEDEX information
• Obtaining supplier FSC and PEFC certificates and uploading onto the relevant supplier management system i.e. Therefore, SAP Ariba
• Monitoring and actioning the paperwork check and paperwork resolution workflow buckets in the SAP and liaising with the warehouse, ISP and buying teams to resolve non-conformance issues

What we need from you:

• Understanding key data systems preferably SAP, Ariba.
• Data management and analysis
• Relationship Management including stakeholders
• Attention to detail
• Enhanced numeracy and literacy skills and proficient in using Microsoft Excel
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and interest in problem solving
• Eager to learn and pass knowledge on with a can do attitude
• Commercial acumen with the ability to work at pace
• Strong organisation skills

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary + annual company bonus
• Competitive Pension Plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
• Free onsite car parking
• Free lunch at our onsite canteen (Howden only)
• Staff Discount
• Exceptional Reward and Recognition events.

About Howdens:

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware.  We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals.  Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda. 

As well as the opportunity to develop within a fast paced and commercial environment, you will be part of a rewarding organisation recognised for excellence in the workplace in the Best Big Companies to Work For.

How to apply

We’re building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career, then we’re keen to hear from you. 

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email recruitmentteam@howdens.com with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you. 

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