At TGW, we design and deliver automated warehouse solutions for some of the world’s leading brands. With a strong focus on innovation, long-term partnerships, and people development, we’re proud to combine cutting-edge technology with a culture that puts people first.
We’re now looking for a Strategic Buyer to join our Global Purchasing team and take ownership of procurement activities for one of our key global customers. This is a varied and hands-on role, working closely with sales and project teams to ensure suppliers, contracts, and materials are in place to support successful project delivery.
WHAT YOU’LL BE HANDLING
* Managing customer-specific suppliers to ensure capacity, quality, and performance
* Forecasting and planning supplier capacity in line with project timelines
* Negotiating framework agreements and project-specific contracts
* Acting as the main procurement contact throughout the full project lifecycle
* Supporting supplier development and contributing to sustainability targets
* Helping optimise procurement processes and reporting against supply chain and cost-saving goals
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
* Previous experience in a commercial purchasing or buyer role
* A degree in a technical or commercial field is preferred
* Ideally qualified CIPS or another recognised procurement qualification (or working towards it)
* A proactive, structured way of working with strong stakeholder engagement skills
* Ability to work across functions and cultures with confidence and professionalism
* Fluent in English (Dutch or German language would be an advantage)
* Willingness to travel internationally up to 60% of the time
WE OFFER
* Flexible working environment with hybrid working arrangements
* Contributory pension scheme up to 7% employer contribution
* Life assurance
* A Health Cash Plan
* 25 Days' holiday plus bank holidays and the ability to buy additional holidays
* Free use of the onsite gym, including weekly classes