An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commodity Buyer (MRO) to join a leading manufacture based in the Oxfordshire area.
As the Commodity Buyer, you will play a key role in managing indirect and capital purchasing activities to support company goals around cost-efficiency, quality, and supplier performance.
The Commodity Buyer will be at the heart of supplier negotiations, contract management, and strategic sourcing decisions.
Further responsibilities will include:
*Process and challenge purchase requisitions to secure the best value.
*Collaborate with internal teams to fulfil urgent or complex procurement needs.
*Lead supplier benchmarking and negotiation for capital purchases.
*Support KPI reporting and lead monthly MRO reviews.
*Manage service contracts, rental and lease agreements.
*Identify cost-saving opportunities through spend analysis and trend tracking.
*Champion continuous improvement and support strategic purchasing objectives.
Ideally, candidates will be CIPS qualified or have worked in a purchasing function for three years or more ideally within a manufacturing environment. The successful Commodity Buyer w...