Buyer

Automotive recruitment; Brackley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Buyer to join their Procurement Team. This role offers a chance to thrive in a dynamic environment, driving value and process improvements. You will engage with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and analyze market trends, contributing significantly to the company's success in delivering high-quality products to major supermarkets and restaurants across the UK. If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking company, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in manufacturing procurement.
• Working towards CIPS qualification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Negotiate prices and set up contracts as required.
• Perform spend and market analysis for procurement.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Excel Proficiency

Contract Management

Education

CIPS Qualification

Job description

Back

Apply Now

Sector: FMCG

Function: Purchasing & Supply Chain

Contact: Tak Bakdi

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

Duration: Permanent

Job Ref: 69291

Job details

Unlock your potential with an exciting opportunity to thrive in a role that offers comprehensive training, a supportive environment, and a pathway to a rewarding career. This company, a leader in the UK's food industry, is searching for a highly competent and motivated Buyer to join their Procurement Team. This role is not just a job; it's a chance to make a significant impact in a company that values innovation, sustainability, and excellence.

What You Will Do

• Establish and maintain ongoing relationships with all sites and preferred suppliers.
• Negotiate prices, agree on terms and conditions, and set up contracts and supply agreements when required.
• Perform spend, contract, and market analysis for categories of responsibility, communicating findings to the wider business.
• Monitor and maintain the contracts database.
• Source new products and services with suppliers, ensuring compliance with legislation and standards.
• Develop a good understanding of supply chain and markets for categories of responsibility and their impact on the business.
  
  

What You Will Bring

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing/production procurement environment.
• Working towards CIPS qualification.
• Excellent analytical and negotiation skills, with a strong proficiency in Excel.
• Proven experience in contract management and supplier engagement.
• A results-oriented approach with the ability to plan and deliver against targets and project deadlines.
  
  

This Buyer role is pivotal in driving value and process improvement across the company, working closely with heads of HR, IT, and recruitment leads. It offers the chance to contribute significantly to the company's success, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products to major supermarkets and well-known restaurants across the UK.

Location:

The role is based at the company's advanced manufacturing site in Brackley, boasting state-of-the-art technology and a dynamic work environment.

Interested?:

If you're ready to step into a dynamic role that promises not just a job but a career with a forward-thinking company, apply today! This is your chance to join a team that takes pride in delivering great results and making a real difference. Don't miss out on this opportunity to advance your career.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

6476009

Apply Now

Share this job

Copied

Apply Now

Tak Bakdi

Recruitment

• 01926963298
• [e-mail]
  
  

View Profile

I want more jobs like this in my inbox.

Sign Up for Job Alerts