Buyer

Dexory; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics technology company in Wallingford is seeking an experienced Procurement Buyer to oversee supplier management. You will collaborate with engineering teams, manage supplier relationships, and implement procurement strategies. The ideal candidate has a strong technical understanding and negotiation skills. Join a firm focused on innovation and adventure in logistics technology.

Benefits

Private healthcare via Bupa

Life insurance

Income protection

Pension: 4+% employee

Employee Assistance Programme

25 holidays per year

Full meals onsite

Fun team events

Qualifications

• Experience purchasing in a fast-paced engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing and developing clear relationships with suppliers.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Engineering teams to support procurement for product developments.
• Manage supplier relationships and drive communication.
• Implement and negotiate cost reduction strategies.

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

Technical understanding of mechanical & electronic components

Communication skills

Tools

MRP systems

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

At Dexory, we're developing advanced software powered by cutting-edge robots that are transforming the very face of global logistics. With infectious enthusiasm, our unique blend of disciplines work in harmony to produce results at pace. From hardware and manufacturing to software, AI and commercial, we're one team – one heart – that beats, learns and grows together.

We donʼt quit. We keep ego and bureaucracy in check to help our operation stay agile and performing at its peak. We're a place where careers are defined, and we'll give you all the tools youʼll need to make your mark.

This opportunity doesnʼt present itself everyday. This is your chance to be a part of something truly revolutionary.

Role

As an experienced Procurement Buyer, your role will be to oversee and manage external suppliers and technical purchasing. Sitting within our finance function, you will be working closely with the technical team who manage our production, ensuring all parts are delivered for timely execution. You will assist in keeping up to date documentation for this essentially removing all supply related barriers with regard to production wherever possible.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with our Engineering teams to support all aspects of procurement for both existing & new product developments, designs and materials.
• Take on existing supplier relationships - Manage transition & drive onward lines of communication, expectation & support.
• Seek out new suppliers to increase supply opportunities, product alternatives and maintain competitive tenders amongst the supply-chain. Also de-risk single source supply bottlenecks.
• Balance & maintain quality, cost and time drivers
• Implement & negotiate cost reduction strategy within the supply-chain, without compromising on execution timescales or product quality.
• Create & Implement supplier agreements, contracts, underwrites and strategic stocking policies.
• Schedule procurement activities & deliveries to support production demands
• Manage supply chain risk, approvals & performance metrics - KPIs & OTIF (On Time In Full)
• Manage approved suppliers matrix & open order book update process
• Suggesting & implementing improvements for internal supply/buying processes
• Management and oversight of all procurement aspects of the companies MRP / ERP system (TBC)

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Experience purchasing in a fast paced engineering or manufacturing environment
• Experience of managing and developing clear, value-add relationships with suppliers
• Solid technical understanding of mechanical & electronic components, PCBs and different materials used in an R&D setting
• Strong communication & negotiation skills
• Previous experience of structuring and running MRP / ERP systems would be ideal

Benefits

Starting from the interview process and continuing into your career with us, you will be working by our four Operating Principles:

• Performance: High standards, outstanding results
• Impact: Big challenges, bigger results
• Commitment: All in, every time
• One team: One mission, shared success

Joining our team and company isn’t just about expertise; it’s about embracing uncertainty with ambition. We’re crafting world-changing solutions, fueled by a passion to redefine what’s possible. We will look for you to help create and shape the future of logistics solutions through our products, our culture and our shared vision.

You will also receive:

• Private healthcare via Bupa with 24/7 medical helpline
• Life insurance
• Income protection
• Pension: 4+% employee with option to opt into salary exchange, 5% employer
• Employee Assistance Programme - mental wellbeing, financial and legal advice/support
• 25 holidays per year
• Full meals onsite in Wallingford
• Fun team events on and offsite, snacks of all kinds in the office

AAP/EEO Statement

Dexory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training

Please note: This role will require a minimum of 4 days onsite at our Wallingford location.

We are unable to provide sponsorship or relocation assistance for this role.