Our client is seeking a Senior Buyer to take a pivotal role in their procurement operations. Reporting directly to the Procurement Manager, you will be instrumental in acquiring essential consumables, technical materials, and services for various customer projects. This vital role demands a proactive and skilled negotiator keen on driving continuous improvements and maintaining a high standard of professionalism at all times.
Key Responsibilities:
- Procure goods and services, ensuring delivery, cost, and quality targets are met whilst staying within budget and achieving cost-saving goals.
- Adhere to purchasing guidelines and policies to challenge cost, quality, and delivery time.
- Develop procurement strategies, source, and negotiate with suppliers ensuring value for money.
- Onboard new suppliers, manage supplier relationships, and execute contractual agreements.
- Raise purchase orders, handle invoice queries and maintain MRP/ERP systems with accurate live data.
- Manage supplier audits and ensure stock levels are maintained to agreed re-order levels.
- Conduct research, demand analysis, and forecasting to optimise procurement processes.
- Work closely with internal departments such as Project Management, Production, and Quality to ensure seamless procurement operations.
Job Requirements:
- Excellent communication skills across various levels of an organisation.
- Experience in procurement within a manufacturing setting.
- Familiarity with negotiation techniques and proficient in MRP systems and Microsoft Office.
- Understanding of legal and regulatory environments affecting procurement.
- Ability to act independently, stay organised, and multitask efficiently under pressure.
- Commitment to professionalism, impartiality, and maintaining unbiased practices in all procurement activities.
- At least a basic level of experience in procurement is necessary; additional experience in aerospace or motorsport is advantageous but not compulsory.
If you are motivated and meet the above requirements, we encourage you to apply now and take the next step in furthering your career with a company that values efficiency and forward-thinking in its procurement processes.