Buyer

Alderbury Homes Ltd; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Alderbury Homes Ltd is looking for an Entry Level Buyer to manage procurement activities. The successful candidate will focus on sourcing and purchasing goods while ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness. Strong negotiation skills and supplier relationship management are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Buyer or in a similar procurement role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category strategies to optimise cost and quality.
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends and risks.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure favourable terms.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

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The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing goods and services that meet the company's quality and cost standards. This role requires strong negotiation skills, market awareness, and the ability to build effective supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement category strategies to optimise cost, quality, and supplier performance.
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and potential risks within the category.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure favourable terms and conditions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align category strategies with business objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage relationships to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and process improvements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Buyer or in a similar procurement role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

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