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Strategic Buyer - Market Leading Manufacturing Company, St Albans
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Client:
Page Personnel
Location:
St Albans, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
7
Posted:
25.08.2025
Expiry Date:
09.10.2025
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Job Description:
* Exciting opportunity to join a market leading manufacturing business.
* MUST have PCB/ PCBA experience.
About Our Client
We're working with a well-established manufacturer who are a market leader in their field. They are known for their commitment to operational excellence and their focus on delivering high-quality solutions to their clients.
Job Description
Key responsibilities include:
* Manage end-to-end procurement of materials, goods, and services, including sourcing, negotiating, and supplier onboarding.
* Drive commercial improvements through contract negotiations and competitive tenders.
* Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, including performance reviews and issue resolution.
* Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, particularly around single-sourced components and inventory levels.
* Oversee and maintain accurate procurement data, pricing, and system controls to support decision-making.
* Support strategic purchasing initiatives, including ESG targets, Code of Conduct compliance, and cost optimisation.
* Monitor and report on KPIs, process controls, and purchasing strategy effectiveness.
The Successful Applicant
The successful candidate would have:
* Proven experience in purchasing or supply chain roles, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
* PCB/ PCBA experience is a MUST.
* Strong commercial awareness with excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
* CIPS qualified (or equivalent) or qualified by experience, with good understanding of procurement systems and data.
* Confident communicator with the ability to influence across all levels internally and externally.
* Highly numerate with strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
* Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable, with a problem-solving mindset and team-oriented approach.
What's on Offer
On offer to the candidate:
* A salary ranging from £40,000 to £45,000 (experience dependent) plus bonus and package.
* Hybrid working - 3 days pw in St Albans area office.
* Opportunities for professional growth within a reputable organisation.
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