Senior Buyer

Ruddington
1 week ago
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A globally operating precision engineering company are seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to join their team and production facility in Nottingham.  Experience with precision products in materials such as rubber, metal and plastics would be highly advantageous.  

As a Senior Buyer you will work with the Global Procurement Manager for a specific sector in the company and complete day-to-day tasks of managing suppliers and incoming products, monitoring supplier performance, and identifying and cultivating new potential suppliers.

Details:

Salary of c£50k (dependent on experience)  
Annual Bonus Scheme (up to 8%)
Hybrid working - 50/50 office to home and flex time on start time in office
25 Days Holidays plus bank holidays
Plus, other benefits, and there is also a small on-site gym and subsidised canteen
Key responsibilities of Senior Buyer

Lead supplier identification, development, negotiations, cost analysis and selection in support of long-term business needs.
Assist in the development and implementation of category strategies.
Interface with key internal departments to ensure functional alignment with new product development and business growth needs.
Raise purchase orders in support new product development projects as required to support the overall development and growth strategies.
Lead the assessment of risk in the supply chain, ensuring business continuity though the development of appropriate mitigation plans.
Collects market intelligence and develop profiles for key suppliers.
Qualifications and skills required of Senior Buyer:

Ideally Degree qualified in similar field, or further relevant qualifications
5+ years’ experience in a Supply Chain / Purchasing role with metal, rubber or plastics etc
Strong negotiations, interpersonal and communications skills
Experienced in analysing complex pricing proposals and compiling a strategic plan
Strong analytical and quantitative skills
If you have the required skills and qualifications for this Senior Buyer role and relish an exciting challenge, please click apply, or contact Stuart Cooper directly for further details.

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