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Fareham

Hybrid

GBP 40,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Category Buyer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will assist in developing procurement strategies while ensuring compliance with regulations. You will engage in market research, supplier evaluations, and negotiations, all while collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders. This fast-paced environment offers a hybrid work system, allowing for a balance of onsite and remote work. With strong career progression opportunities and a supportive company culture, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in their career.

Benefits

Bonus & Benefits
Strong career progression opportunities
Relaxed and open company culture

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of purchasing experience in industrial manufacturing.
  • Proficient in supplier negotiations and relationship management.

Responsibilities

  • Develop procurement category strategies and monitor progress.
  • Conduct market research and manage supplier evaluations.

Skills

Purchasing experience
Category management knowledge
Strong communication skills
Supplier negotiation

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description

Your new company
Global Manufacturer looking for a Category Buyer to expand their team!

Your new role

  • Assisting in developing procurement category strategies and monitoring progress
  • Market research analysis, supplier evaluation, negotiations and relationship management
  • Ensuring procurement activities adhere to compliance and regulatory requirements
  • Working closely and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders


What you'll need to succeed

  • At least 3 years Purchasing experience with knowledge of category management within Industrial Manufacturing sectors
  • Experience with ERP systems and some understanding of technical drawings
  • Proactive with strong communication and relationship building skills
  • Ability to assist in supplier negotiation and agreements


What you'll get in return

  • Fast-paced work environment, relaxed and open company culture
  • Hybrid work system - 3 days onsite a week
  • Strong career progression opportunities
  • Salary up to £40,000 + Bonus & Benefits


What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, please EMAIL your updated CV with your current salary, desired salary, notice period and post code.

**All candidates must have a Right to Work in U.K. Sponsorship is not available.

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