We are thrilled to partner with a leading Defence company to offer an exciting opportunity for a Senior Buyer to join their Purchasing team on a 6 Month FTC. In this role, you will be key to executing the supply chain strategy and cultivating strong, risk-mitigated supply partnerships to ensure the effective delivery of high-quality products and services, while minimizing ownership costs.
Key Responsibilities:
Procurement & Supply Chain Management:
* Oversee procurement operations for an engineering-focused supplier portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
* Cultivate and strengthen supplier relationships, exploring opportunities to add greater value and enhance the performance of a dynamic, agile supply chain.
* Foster a culture of continuous improvement in all procurement processes and supplier interactions.
* Lead business reviews, assessing supplier performance and setting objectives for improvement to meet business goals.
* Regularly assess risks and conduct supplier audits, ensuring ongoing alignment of supplier investments with company strategies.
* Apply problem-solving techniques to drive meaningful improvements in supplier performance, addressing issues at their core.
* Identify and source new suppliers capable of meeting complex specifications and commercial expectations.
* Support the introduction of new parts and adapt the supply chain to accommodate evolving needs and requirements.
* Prepare and issue RFIs and RFQs, providing comprehensive cost-benefit analysis and ROI recommendations.
* Manage changes in supplier relationships, including onboarding, disengagement, and change management throughout the contract duration.
Skills & Experience:
Essential:
* Strong analytical abilities, with proficiency in MRP/ERP systems and advanced IT skills.
* Experience in technical procurement, including engineering and machined parts, with the ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
Desirable:
* Experience working within integrated project management teams.
* Experience in forming and structuring contracts.
* CIPS Level 4 or above qualification.
Personal Attributes:
* Demonstrates the company values of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, and Courage.
* A collaborative team player with strong communication skills, able to engage with cross-functional teams.
* Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
* Proactive and results-driven, capable of planning, executing, and monitoring procurement activities to achieve supply chain goals.
* Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to thrive under pressure, multitask, and meet demanding deadlines.
Work Life Balance:
* 37.5-hour working week.
* Lunchtime finishes on Fridays.
* Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
* 28 days annual leave, with Christmas closure.
* Holiday purchasing scheme.
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