Strategic Sourcing Buyer
North Somerset (Hybrid Working)
Salary up to £48,000 + benefits
A leading business is seeking an experienced Strategic Sourcing Buyer to join its growing procurement team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused procurement professional to take ownership of supplier strategy, category management, and supply chain performance within a highly technical environment. You’ll play a key role in developing supplier relationships, driving cost‑saving initiatives, improving supply chain resilience, and supporting long‑term operational success.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement category strategies across assigned commodities
* Manage supplier performance, sourcing activity, and long‑term agreements
* Drive cost reduction and supply chain improvement initiatives
* Build supplier resilience and support business continuity planningCollaborate with engineering, production, quality, and operations teams
* Support supplier onboarding and capacity planning
* Ensure supplier compliance with quality, regulatory, and ESG standards
About You
* CIPS Level 4 qualified
* Proven procurement experience within manufacturing or engineering
* Experience developing sourcing or category strategies
* Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
* Able to read and understand technical drawings
* Excellent stakeholder communication skills
What’s on Offer
* Salary up to £48,000
* Hybrid working
* Career development opportunities
* Collaborative and supportive working environment
* Competitive benefits package
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