Purchasing compliance Partner Larbert
About the RoleWe’re looking for a proactive and detail-driven Purchasing Compliance Partner to join our Indirect Sourcing team at Certas Energy.
In this pivotal role, you’ll influence and drive procurement engagement across the business, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and value in every supplier interaction. You’ll manage the supplier onboarding process and portal, ensuring all activity aligns with company policies and procurement strategies to support Certas Energy’s business goals.Key ResponsibilitiesOperational ExcellenceOwn and manage the supplier onboarding platform across Certas businesses.Drive improvements and system changes to enhance the onboarding experience.Build and manage the relationship with the onboarding platform provider.Vet, introduce, and onboard suppliers in line with company requirements.Produce supplier data reports, including onboarding performance and response times.Manage the Approved Supplier List, risk assessments, and value chain modelling.Conduct supplier due diligence (e.g. Ecovadis, Kroll checks).Implement and uphold the company’s procurement policy.Identify new suppliers and service providers to promote market competitiveness.Use internal systems (e.g. CODAS) for purchase order and goods receipt processes.Escalate compliance issues and develop/maintain procurement SOPs.Support acquisition due diligence and risk assessments when required.Financial FocusChallenge demand and eliminate unnecessary costs.Review supplier spend to identify focus areas and cost-saving opportunities.Negotiate and manage supplier contracts to maximise value.Support business objectives through proactive spend analysis and cost control.Customer & People FocusSupport internal stakeholders in sourcing the right products and services at the best value.Build positive, professional relationships across the business.Collaborate with the Director of Supplies to strengthen supplier relationships.Promote teamwork, integrity, and mutual respect in all interactions.Health, Safety & EnvironmentalChampion a positive Health & Safety culture in line with Certas’ Safety F1rst principles.Comply with all HSE policies and procedures when visiting depots and customer sites.Skills, Qualifications & ExperienceExtensive experience in a relevant administrative or procurement role.Strong organisational and time management skills.Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently or collaboratively.Financial management and controls experience.Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook.Why Join Certas Energy?At Certas, we value integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You’ll be part of a supportive team that drives real business impact through smart procurement and supplier compliance.Equal Opportunities StatementWe are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates who meet the minimum required job role criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.We actively promote equal opportunities and are dedicated to ensuring that our recruitment, selection, training, and promotion decisions are made based on qualifications, and experience only.If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or to attend an interview, if shortlisted, please let us know and we will be happy to assist.
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