Our client is a world-leading manufacturer with a UK and Global presence. We are currently recruiting for a Buyer to work at their cutting-edge manufacturing facilities at their site close to the Cambridge area.
Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.
As a Strategic Buyer, you will play a critical role to ensure key suppliers are managed and reviewed, understanding the base and potential gaps; and ensuring component costs are continually reviewed and reduced. You'll collaborate with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and report internally on supplier performance.
What's in it for you as a Strategic Buyer?
* Salary of £43-45k
* Days based Monday to Friday 8-4pm
* Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
* Life Assurance Scheme X2
* Income protection
* Health Cash Plan & Private Medical Insurance
* Company Pension Scheme
* 22 days annual leave + public holidays (30 days overall)
* Holiday purchase and buy back Scheme
* Unrivalled opportunities for both upskilling and career progression, supported with training.
Key Responsibilities of the Strategic Buyer:
* Evaluate supplier performance, negotiate pricing, and secure favourable terms
* Maintain relationships with existing critical suppliers and identify new potential vendors
* Present cost benefit analysis on any resourcing projects and lead projects to conclusion
* Analyse market trends to determine competitive pricing
* Implement cost-saving strategies while maintaining quality standards.
* Work closely with existing critical supplier base to reduce cost through supplier workshops and visits
* Analyse product value add and manufacturing process to find areas for cost reduction
* Strategic outlook of the supplier base, proactively planning the future structure of the supply base
* Work closely with Supplier quality team to support in quality performance of critical suppliers.
Key Requirements of the Strategic Buyer:
* Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, excellent communication, and negotiation skills
* Strong Microsoft Office skills particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
* Good understanding and experience of using ERP system (SAP, Oracle & Epicor)
* CIPS or equivalent certificate required.
If interested, please apply now…