Why Use a Specialist Recruitment Agency?

Why Use a Specialist Recruitment Agency? 

Recruitment is a significant challenge for any employer. Identifying candidates with the relevant experience and level of qualification alongside cultural fit is crucial for the success of any recruitment process and ultimately your business performance. 

Engaging a specialist recruitment agency such as Portfolio Procurement can provide numerous advantages, including access to experienced talent, reduced workload, shorter time-to-hire, and substantial cost savings. 

Access to Top Talent

• Established Relationships and Extensive Network 

With over 12 years in the marketplace, our consultants have cultivated connections with the full spectrum of procurement professionals at all levels of the market. Our extensive network of category managers, buyers, supply chain talent grows daily with active approaches to job seekers and conversations with passive talent. This network allows us to commence any talent search with pre-qualified candidates, saving valuable time during the longlisting and shortlisting stages. 

• Access talent ahead of your competition 

Many of the UK’s leading brands, global entities and FTSE 500 organisations are already working with Portfolio Procurement therefore using our services means you get equal access to the same top talent as your competitors.  If your competitors are not using us yet, get ahead by securing talent first. 

Enhance your own recruitment process 

• Increase your efforts 

Working in partnership with Portfolio enhances your own recruitment efforts, providing comparative CVs with no upfront costs. Our in-depth understanding of the direct & in-direct procurement sector enables us to identify and qualify high-quality candidates quickly. We excel at reading CVs, asking the right questions, and understanding the specific requirements of various roles.  Essentially, you double, even triple your resources increasing your chances to find the best quality talent for your business effectively. 

• Advanced Resourcing Tools 

We invest significantly in market-leading resourcing tools and new technologies, enabling us to extend our reach across the UK; even internationally. Our resources include job boards, LinkedIn, networking events, and other innovative platforms; all of which are provided at no additional cost to clients who use our services. 

Reduces Time-to-Hire & Business costs 

• Efficient processes 

The recruitment process can be time-consuming, involving advertising, searching, and qualifying candidates. Our dedicated team of consultants handles these tasks daily, building networks and engaging with both active job seekers and passive candidates. This ensures we can find the perfect hire efficiently. 

Typically, our specialist consultants can present a first shortlist within 48 hours of receiving a brief, facilitating interviews within 5-7 working days, subject to candidate availability. 

• Cost Savings  

The longer a vacancy remains unfilled, the greater the potential financial impact on your business. Gaps in your Procurement teams can lead to escalating supplier costs, unmanaged supplier agreements, not meeting environmental commitments, and even increased turnover in the team. By partnering with a specialist recruitment agency, you can secure qualified procurement professionals swiftly, mitigating these risks and ensuring smooth business operations. 

In conclusion, partnering with a specialist recruitment agency such as Portfolio Procurement offers significant benefits in acquiring exceptional indirect & direct procurement talent such as lightening workload, speeding up the hiring process, and lowering business costs. 

This wealth of connections enables us to swiftly source top-tier talent that perfectly aligns with your company’s requirements. Our long-standing brand reputation instils confidence in both candidate and clients, fostering trust in the quality of and reliability of our services. By leveraging our expertise and resources, you can ensure your business attracts and retains the best professionals in the market. 

Contact us to Register your Vacancy or for more information on how we can support you today: 0207 650 3191.