Job Description
Senior Strategic Buyer
Location: Staffordshire
Industry: Automotive
Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: Competitive £35-45k dependent on experience
Benefits: Holiday, Pension, Dental, Health, Life Insurance
Other: Relocation package provided
About the Role
We are looking for a highly skilled and commercially astute Strategic Buyer, to be part of a forward-thinking procurement team, you’ll build and manage strategic supplier partnerships, carry out commercial negotiations, and ensure a reliable, cost-effective, and innovative supply chain for key electrical technologies.
Key Responsibilities
1. Develop and implement sourcing strategies.
2. Manage suppliers, qualification of new suppliers, and performance monitoring to ensure quality, cost, and delivery targets are met.
3. Negotiate contracts and long-term agreements to secure competitive pricing and commercial terms.
4. Work closely with R&D, engineering, quality, and production teams to align sourcing with technical specifications and program milestones.
5. Monitor market trends, technology shifts and supply risks to inform strategic decisions.
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