Job Description
Who will you be working with?
We are seeking an experienced Strategic Buyer to join our team at Wabtec UK based in Burton on Trent we support our customers through maintenance and operation optimisation with customised solutions for spare parts, repair, and overhaul activities on existing trains.
Role: Strategic Buyer
Salary: £Competitive
Location: Burton on Trent, Staffordshire, (DE13 8EN) – (Onsite)
Hours: Monday to Thursday 08:00 to 16:30pm and Friday 08:00am to 13:00pm, 37 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
How will you make a difference?
You will deliver results from tender to production on assigned projects, focusing on Supplier QCD and Purchasing Cost Control. You will create and implement a strategic plan for current and new spending areas. You will lead deflation initiatives for the site across all commodities. You will drive purchasing and supply chain baseline improvements for sourcing activities.
What will your typical day look like?
* Challenge Bill of Materials to identify cost-saving opportunities.
* Launch RFQs, negotiate with suppliers, and select partners in alignment with regional strategies.
* Enable sourcing from low-cost countries and collaborate with commodity teams.
* Manage purchase contracts and support contract reviews for high-value accounts.
* Develop and implement strategies to achieve annual cost reduction targets.
* Monitor deflation/inflation trends and create plans to mitigate impact.
* Implement SLAs, framework agreements, and rebate programs where needed.
* Track performance against budget using KPIs.
* Support dual-sourcing initiatives for critical products.
What do we want to know about you?
* CIPS qualified or equivalent Business Degree
* A background in purchasing, procurement, or supplier management.
* A proven track record of successfully partnering with various suppliers.
* Can you demonstrate the ability to utilise creative and effective procurement strategies to acquire services while maintaining supplier relationships?
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
If you don’t have all the above criteria don’t worry, we would still like to hear from you as we live our values and always put people first and strive to expand what is possible.
Apply today!
Legal authorisation to work in the UK is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
*Please note that we do not accept agency candidate submissions without a formalised agreement with Wabtec Talent Acquisition. If you are an agency/third party Recruiter and have not been engaged by Wabtec for this search, we do not owe you a fee if you submit a candidate to the applicant tracking system that is ultimately hired.
Additional Information
What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?
At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.
If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
Who are we?
Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.
Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.
Culture powers us and the possibilities.
We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.
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