Senior Buyer

A brilliant opportunity for a dynamic and experienced Senior Buyer to join this established procurement team within a world-leading manufacturing business based in Staffordshire. With a salary of up to £55,000 this opportunity has been created due to continued business growth.

Candidates will have previous experience within purchasing or procurement as a Buyer, Senior Buyer or Category Manager of direct materials in a fast-paced environment.

Role Responsibilities of the Buyer

• Ensuring the delivery of the materials procurement strategy
• Market analysis
• Overseeing new product introduction when necessary
• Managing supplier performance and ensuring the successful execution of projects
• Forging new stakeholder relationships and developing on existing partnerships
• Working closely alongside adjacent departments to ensure the procurement and supply chain functions run smoothly

Person Specification of the Buyer

• Thrives when working in a fast-paced environment
• Is able to identify issues and think quickly to create alternative solutions if things go wrong
• Has a strong background in purchasing or procurement as a Buyer - specifically strategic purchasing
• Is a confident communicator with individuals at all levels
• Wants to constantly develop themselves personally and professionally

This position will be suited to you if you have held a role within fast paced purchasing or procurement environment as a: Buyer, Senior Buyer, Lead Buyer, Procurement Manager, Purchasing Manager, Sourcing Specialist, Category Manager, Category Buyer, Category Specialist or Commodity Manager.

If this role looks of interest to you, and you meet the above specification, I would love to hear from you so please do apply or reach out with any questions.