Senior Buyer – Leeds – £55,000 + Bonus
Elevation Recruitment Group are proud to be partnering with a leading manufacturing company in the Leeds area who are seeking a skilled Senior Buyer to join their team. You will take ownership of the strategic sourcing and procurement of materials, ensuring alignment with engineering specifications, quality standards, and production requirements.
Benefits
* :Bonus schem
* eFlexible workin
* g25 days holiday + bank holiday
* sEnhanced pensio
* nOpportunities for career progressio
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Dutie
* s:Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to ensure competitive cost and valu
* e.Procure materials in accordance with specifications, quality standards, and manufacturing requirement
* s.Collaborate with suppliers to investigate and resolve quality or delivery issue
* s.Identify, evaluate, and develop new and alternative sources for product
* s.Manage supplier relationships to ensure performance expectations related to cost, quality, delivery, and service are me
* t.Support new product introductions (NPI) and engineering changes by coordinating supplier readiness and material transition
* s.Participate in cross-functional initiatives and continuous improvement effort
* s.Analyse demand signals, forecasts, and MRP outputs to proactively manage material availabilit
* y.Maintain awareness of purchasing policies, regulatory requirements, trade considerations, and market condition
s.
Required Skills & Experien
* ce:Purchasing experience in an MRP-driven manufacturing environme
* nt.Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, outsourced manufacturing, global sourcing, supplier management and commodity categori
* es.Demonstrated negotiation skills and commercial awarene
* ss.Experience supporting and implementing change management initiativ
* es.Ability to maintain effective relationships with peers, suppliers, and custome
* rs.Service-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improveme
nt.If you would like to discuss this role in more detail, get in touch with Mike at Elevation Recruitment Group n
ow.