Buyer

Hays; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Category Buyer to join their team in Portsmouth. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with a hybrid work system, allowing for 3 days onsite each week. The successful candidate will assist in developing procurement strategies, conduct market research, and manage supplier relationships. With a salary of up to £35,000 plus benefits, this position promises strong career progression opportunities in a relaxed and open company culture. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Hybrid work system

Strong career progression opportunities

Relaxed company culture

Benefits package

Qualifications

• 3+ years of purchasing experience in industrial manufacturing.
• Knowledge of category management and supplier negotiations.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Purchasing experience

Category management

ERP systems

Communication skills

Supplier negotiation

Job description

Buyer | 3 days a week in Portsmouth | Up to £35,000 + Benefits & Bonus | 37.5h week!

Your new company

Global Manufacturer looking for a Category Buyer to join 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

• 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 £35,000 + Bonus & Benefits

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, please EMAIL your updated CV to [e-mail] 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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