DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a talented Senior Buying Specialist to join our team for our Purchasing Department in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom.
This role is offered as a hybrid position.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways :
1. Purchase Order Management: Responsible for raising and receiving purchase orders, ensuring timely and accurate procurement transactions.
2. RFQ Execution: Manages Request for Quotations (RFQs), supporting competitive sourcing and supplier selection processes.
3. Indirect Purchasing Support: Provides procurement support for indirect purchasing needs, particularly for European Tractions, ensuring alignment with regional requirements.
4. Supplier Engagement: Builds and maintains strong relationships with suppliers through regular meetings and communications, fostering collaboration and performance.
5. Issue Resolution: Proactively identifies and mitigates procurement-related issues to maintain continuity and quality in supply chain operations.
6. Project Collaboration: Participates in project calls and contributes to cross-functional initiatives, ensuring procurement alignment with broader business goals.
7. Global Supplier Coordination: Works on global projects involving suppliers across regions, supporting strategic sourcing and procurement excellence.
8. Logistics Support for VPI Programs: Provides logistical and procurement support for Value Package Introduction (VPI) programs, contributing to successful product launches.
RESPONSIBILITIES
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
9. Clear Communication: Deliver tailored, effective messages to diverse audiences.
10. Procurement Expertise: Understand and apply procurement policies, procedures, and tools confidently.
11. Process Knowledge: Navigate the Source-to-Pay cycle efficiently for smooth operations.
12. Analytical Thinking: Solve problems and support decisions with data-driven insights.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/ Experience:
13. Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Supply Chain Management or a related field.
14. Proven experience in the automotive industry, with a strong understanding of sector-specific standards and practices.
15. Familiarity with eAxle and traction products, including sourcing and supplier engagement.
16. Hands-on experience supporting VPI (Value Package Introduction) or NPI (New Product Introduction) programs.