How to attract Procurement talent

Attracting top procurement talent to your business can be a challenge, especially in the competitive job market of the UK. However, there are certain strategies that can help you attract the best candidates to your procurement team. In this blog, we'll explore some of the best ways to attract procurement talent to your business.

Build a strong employer brand
Your employer brand is how your company is perceived by potential candidates, and it's important to make sure it's strong and positive. Make sure your company's values, mission, and culture are clearly communicated and attractive to potential employees. Use social media, company websites, and other online platforms to showcase your company culture and values. Highlight any awards or recognition your company has received, as well as any benefits and perks that come with working for your company.

Offer competitive compensation packages
In order to attract the best talent, you need to offer competitive compensation packages. This includes salary, bonuses, and benefits such as health insurance, pensions schemes, and flexible hours/hybrid working. Make sure your compensation package is in line with industry standards, and be willing to negotiate with candidates to ensure they feel valued and appreciated.

Invest in training and development
Procurement professionals want to work for companies that invest in their employees' training and development. Offering ongoing training and professional development opportunities not only benefits your employees but also helps your company stay competitive and up-to-date with industry trends and best practices.

Encourage employee advocacy
Your current employees can be your biggest advocates for attracting new talent to your business. Encourage them to share their positive experiences working for your company on social media, industry forums, and other relevant platforms. Provide them with opportunities to participate in professional development programs and attend industry events, and recognise and reward their contributions to the team. By fostering a positive work environment and encouraging employee advocacy, you can attract top procurement talent who are attracted to your company culture and values.

Work with a specialist recruitment agency 
Recruitment agencies can be a valuable resource for finding top procurement talent. We have access to a pool of candidates with the skills and experience you need, and can help you find the right fit for your company culture and values. We specialise in procurement roles, and will work with you to develop a strong understanding of your company's needs and requirements. We can help you source, screen, and interview candidates, as well as negotiate compensation packages and make job offers. With our help, you can save time and resources while still attracting the best procurement talent to your business.

In conclusion
Attracting top procurement talent to your business requires a strong employer brand, competitive compensation packages, ongoing training and development opportunities, a positive work environment and employee advocacy, and the help of a specialist recruitment agency. By implementing these strategies, you can attract the best procurement talent to your business and build a successful and effective procurement team.

If you are looking to hire for your procurement team and would like to discuss talent attraction strategies please reach out to Marie O’Driscoll at modriscoll@bostonhale.com