Overview
Senior Buyer and Category Specialist - Maidenhead - £55,000 to £65,000 + 5% Bonus and Private Healthcare. Melbreck Technical are working with a leading designer and manufacturer of special-purpose electro-mechanical and electronic equipment based near Maidenhead. Due to a planned expansion, and succession planning for the next two to three years, they are actively looking for a Senior Buyer / Category Specialist to join the organisation as soon as possible. This role comes with excellent career prospects as it is a critical position within the business' growth strategy.
Responsibilities
* Develop and implement long-term category strategies to achieve cost savings, improve quality, improve on-time delivery and reduce supply risk.
* Conduct market analysis, benchmarking, and supplier assessments to identify sourcing opportunities, including supplier rationalisation.
* Lead RFx processes (RFI, RFP, RFQ), supplier negotiations, cross-functional supplier selection, and contract negotiation / execution for strategic spend categories.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal stakeholders to understand their needs and align procurement strategies accordingly.
* Support the Procurement Manager to manage supplier performance.
* Monitor industry trends, supply chain risks, and changes in the market that may influence sourcing plans.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
* Develop KPIs, dashboards, and reports to track category performance.
* Identify opportunities for sustainability, innovation, and cost optimization.
* Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards.
Candidate Requirements
* At least 5 to 7 years' experience in Procurement strategic sourcing.
* Strong understanding of strategic sourcing methodologies, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
* Excellent analytical, negotiation (especially around Contracts and Frame Agreements), and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or related certification (e.g., CIPS, CPM) is a plus.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills.
* Experience of supporting the development and improvement of a complex supply chain within an engineering and manufacturing environment.
* Exposure to the aerospace/defence market would be an advantage.
* Experienced in working within MRP environments.
Benefits
* £55,000 to £65,000 Salary
* Up to 5% Discretionary Bonus
* Car allowance
* Private medical cover
* Pension matched up to 8%
* 25 days leave plus bank holidays.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a forward-thinking business that can offer you excellent career growth opportunities. If you are interested in this role, please Apply Now
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