Your new company A global market leading manufacturing company. Your new role We are seeking a dedicated Buyer who will be instrumental in managing procurement activities and nurturing supplier relationships. This is a chance to ensure the seamless operation of our business by overseeing the ordering and stocking of essential goods, supplies, and inventory. Your expertise in Vendor Management will ensure on-time delivery, cost-effective spending, and high-quality project outcomes. You'll excel in Supply Chain Management, adeptly handling market issues, risk management, and order quantity decisions. Your role in New Product Implementation will involve strategic purchasing tasks and supply chain oversight. In Inventory and Cost Management, your vigilance will prevent overpaying and managing overstock and obsolete products while driving savings initiatives. You'll lead Sustainability Initiatives within procurement, sourcing eco-friendly materials, and assessing suppliers' environmental impacts. Your negotiation skills will be key in Logistics Management, securing favourable terms with suppliers, including pricing and quality standards. Additionally, you'll contribute to the Supplier Selection Process, conducting thorough evaluations to inform our decisions. What you'll need to succeed Experience in a manufacturing setting Sourcing knowledge in electronics and metalwork Understanding of manufacturing quality standards Expertise in low-cost region sourcing Proficiency with ERP systems, Oracle preferred Strong vendor and contract management abilities Proficient with MS Office suite Problem-solving and continuous improvement skills CIPS qualification is a plus but not essential What you'll get in return Permanent position with a Fortune 500 company £40,000 per annum Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 4:30pm, Friday 8:00 - 1:30pm with an early finish every week Opportunities for hybrid working Excellent benefits package: 25 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, pension, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, parental leave. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk