Buyer

ZedTalent; Cumbernauld; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 92,000; Part time

Job summary

A manufacturing recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Buyer for a temporary contract based in Cumbernauld. This role involves reviewing indirect purchasing processes, analysing spending, and developing an Indirect CAPEX framework. Candidates should be skilled in indirect procurement and able to communicate effectively with various stakeholders. The position is ideal for those who excel in spend analytics. Immediate start and day rate negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• Strong background in indirect procurement and ideally CAPEX governance.
• Confidence with spend analytics and ERP reporting.
• Experience in delivering savings and process improvements.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review the end-to-end indirect purchasing process.
• Analyse spending profiles and supplier performance.
• Design and roll out an Indirect CAPEX framework with controls.
• Partner with finance, engineering and operations to implement best practices.
• Partner with finance, engineering and operations to embed best practice

Skills

Indirect procurement expertise

Spend analytics

Stakeholder communication

Supplier relationship management

Supplier management

Savings delivery

Stakeholder influence

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Buyer

Contract Buyer - Immediate Start

Location - Cumbernauld

Day Rate - £Negotiable - Commensurate with Experience

Duration - 6 Months (May extend beyond 6 months)

MUST BE ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN THE UK

Candidates with experience of purchasing and spend analytics would be especially welcome for this role.

We are looking for an experienced procurement professional to join our manufacturing client based in Cumbernauld on a contract basis. As well as supporting general purchasing activity one of the key projects will be to review indirect purchasing, map current spending and help shape a clear Indirect CAPEX framework that drives value and control.

Responsibilities

• Review the end-to-end indirect purchasing process
• Analyse spending profiles and supplier performance
• Identify quick wins and longer-term improvements
• Design and roll out an Indirect CAPEX framework with simple controls and clear approvals
• Partner with finance, engineering and operations to embed best practice

Requirements

• A strong background in indirect procurement and ideally CAPEX governance
• Confidence with spend analytics and ERP reporting
• A background of delivering savings and process improvements
• A clear communicator who can influence stakeholders at every level
• Ability to manage supplier relationships and deliver against performance targets

For further information regarding this role please get in touch with [e-mail]

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Temporary

Job function

Purchasing

Industries

Manufacturing