Buyer

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Procurement Specialist to join their successful team outside St Ives. This role offers a hybrid working environment, ensuring a secure and long-term career path with excellent development opportunities. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable procurement experience and strong negotiation skills, along with the ability to build relationships and communicate effectively. This position promises a dynamic work atmosphere where your contributions will drive innovation and value within the organization.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable procurement experience in a fast-moving commercial environment.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify suppliers and build long-term relationships to foster innovation.
• Negotiate with suppliers to achieve cost savings targets.

Skills

Procurement Experience

Negotiation Skills

Attention to Detail

Planning and Organizing

Communication Skills

Influencing Skills

Education

CIPS Qualifications

Job description

Job Opportunity: Procurement Specialist

Join an established procurement team within a successful business located outside St Ives, Cambridgeshire. This role offers hybrid working, providing a secure and long-term career path with excellent development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Identify suppliers and build long-term relationships to foster innovation and drive value.
2. Negotiate with suppliers to achieve cost savings targets.
3. Place orders, allocate stock, and identify issues.
4. Support internal stakeholders with procurement expertise and advice.
5. Update and communicate reports and KPIs.

Candidate Requirements

• Demonstrable procurement experience, ideally in a fast-moving commercial environment.
• Started CIPS qualifications (beneficial but not essential).
• Strong attention to detail, excellent planning and organizing skills.
• Ability to build relationships with excellent communication and influencing skills.

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