Overview
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Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions is part of Spirax Group, a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multinational industrial engineering Group with expertise in the control and management of steam, electric thermal solutions, peristaltic pumping and associated fluid technologies.
Job Details
Job Title: Buyer
Location: Biopure - Havant
Location Type: Hybrid
Website: https://www.wmfts.com/en/
Group: https://www.spiraxgroup.com/
Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions is part of Spirax Group, a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multinational industrial engineering Group with expertise in the control and management of steam, electric thermal solutions, peristaltic pumping and associated fluid technologies.
When you join us, you will be integrated into a cooperative and encouraging team, participate in challenging yet critical work, and experience ongoing growth opportunities to help you achieve your full potential. Visit our website to learn more.
Job Summary
We are seeking a talented and motivated Buyer to join our dynamic team.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the Indirect Purchase Requisition process within AX, ensuring smooth workflow and timely approval of requests that convert into purchase orders.
* Manage supplier onboarding for indirect suppliers, ensuring compliance with group controls.
* Develop and implement sourcing strategies to achieve optimal delivery performance and meet internal and external customer needs.
* Conduct regular price negotiations to ensure competitiveness against previous spend, existing contracts, and market benchmarks.
* Maintain a database of critical suppliers, monitoring performance and fostering strong, reliable partnerships.
* Work closely with Finance to ensure timely payment of purchased items.
* Collaborate with Planning, Production, and Warehouse teams to align procurement with production schedules and operational needs.
* Provide sourcing updates in relevant forums, including daily stand-up meetings, highlighting changes in delivery dates, pricing, or supplier performance.
* Ensure purchased materials meet minimum requirements and align inventory levels with usage rates to prevent overstocking.
* Propose alternative sourcing solutions when needed to mitigate supply risks.
* Expedite deliveries when necessary to meet business demands.
* Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, tools, and systems to enhance efficiency and value.
* Take a holistic category management approach, overseeing supplier count, pricing, delivery, quality, and responsiveness.
* Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring alignment of supplier agreements with business performance and cost objectives.
* Collect and maintain supplier compliance documentation for quality and audit purposes.
* Ensure adherence to site Quality Management Systems (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 13485) and departmental health and safety standards.
Skills/Experience
* Procurement Experience: Proven experience in supplier management, ideally with indirect suppliers.
* Experience in biopharma/life sciences sector is advantageous but not essential.
* Systems Knowledge: Familiarity with MRP/ERP purchasing systems is required; experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is desirable.
* Data Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting and decision-making.
* Influencing Skills: Strong interpersonal and influencing abilities, with a proactive approach to stakeholder engagement and supplier negotiation.
* Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
* Time Management: Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
* Collaboration: A team player who can build and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, and suppliers.
Benefits
* A competitive salary
* Flexible working arrangements
* A generous holiday allowance
* Three days’ paid volunteering leave
* Life assurance
* Additional support and benefits through our Everyone is Included Group Inclusion Plan
Company Overview
At Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of Spirax Group, we are driven by innovation and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is empowered to make a difference. As a world leader in manufacturing peristaltic pumps and associated fluid path technologies for the life sciences and process industries, we offer a wide range of products, including tubing, specialised filling systems and products for single-use applications.
Our shared purpose is to create sustainable value for all our stakeholders as we engineer a more efficient, safer and sustainable world. Our technologies play an essential role in critical industrial processes across industries as diverse as Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology, Power Generation, Semiconductors and Healthcare. With customers in 116 countries, we provide solutions that sit behind the production of many items used in daily life.
Our inclusive culture and values unite us, guiding our decisions and inspiring us everywhere we operate. We support our colleagues to make their difference for each other as well as customers, communities, suppliers, our planet and shareholders by creating a truly equitable working environment where everyone feels included.
We are also a Disability Confident Committed Employer. If you would like to apply using this scheme, please select this option in our application form. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodations during the application process, please let us know.
Note
Learn more at spiraxgroup.com/inclusion.
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