Strategic Buyer Location : Chandlers Ford Salary : £45,000 - £51,000 Depending on experience Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and innovative environment? We are looking for a talented Strategic Buyer to join our clients team, who are in the manufacturing and production industry and pride themselves on their commitment to quality, customer service, and continuous improvement. About the Role: As our Strategic Buyer, you will: Develop and analyse Category Strategies to achieve departmental and business objectives Mentor and lead junior members of the Purchasing & Supply Chain team, fostering their growth through coaching and training Work closely with Operational Buyers to maintain and enhance the supplier base Drive continuous improvement initiatives and enhance operational efficiency Manage supplier relationships to secure the best prices and value for goods and services Key Responsibilities: Create Category Reviews with a focus on logistics and transport of goods and services Conduct on-site audits of suppliers and actively resolve quality and commercial issues Introduce best practises and new processes while training team members Review landed costs data, ensuring accuracy and timely updates Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve business objectives Qualifications & Experience: Proven experience in strategic procurement within the manufacturing, distribution, or engineering sectors Strong knowledge of supply chain logistics and inventory management Experience in leading and mentoring teams, with a passion for talent development CIPS Level 4 or equivalent Supply Chain Qualification (or working towards) Excellent negotiation and communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, with strong analytical skills A valid UK driving licence is required Company Benefits: Eligibility for our company bonus scheme with both annual and quarterly payments A comprehensive Medicash Scheme that includes access to a 24-hour online GP and discounted gym memberships A pension scheme based on total earnings, not just salary A generous leave package: 25 days holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays, with increasing entitlement for long service Employee assistance programmes and access to mental health first aiders Exciting employee discount schemes and referral bonuses If you have a passion for procurement and a desire to lead and inspire a team, we want to hear from you! Join us in our mission to deliver exceptional quality and service to our clients. Apply Now! Send us your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and what excites you about this opportunity. Be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence! Your future starts here! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website