Buyer

Manpower; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing automotive technology company in Oxfordshire is seeking an experienced Buyer to join their team. This role involves managing vendor relationships and sourcing orders for an array of items, with a strong focus on negotiation for better pricing. CIPS qualification or progression towards it is preferred. The company offers excellent opportunities for career advancement in a dynamic, growing environment. This position requires adaptability and strong negotiation skills in a technical and non-technical buying context.

Qualifications

• Experience in sourcing and placing orders for contract and non-contract items.
• Ability to negotiate pricing with suppliers.
• Experience in managing supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Source and place orders for various items using both manual and digital systems.
• Negotiate pricing with suppliers to achieve cost savings.
• Manage supplier details and procurement documentation.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Vendor relationship management

Adaptability

Strong work ethic

Education

CIPS certification or working towards it

Tools

Digital parts requisition systems

Job description

Job Description

A growing automotive technology company in Oxfordshire is continuing to expand, creating opportunities across the business. They are looking for an experienced buyer potentially with CIPS or working towards it to join an excellent team with plenty opportunity for career progression as the company grows.

They develop cutting-edge EV technology for vehicle manufacturers, and the defence sector to sustain and amplify their success, they are actively seeking talented individuals with a passion for sustainability and cars. They would expect you to hit the ground running, demonstrating a strong work ethic, adaptability, and a proactive attitude in this evolving arena.

This role reports to the CFO and is an onsite position based in North Oxfordshire and you will be critical to the operational success of the business. The role will focus on managing vendor relationships and will involve working closely with internal and external stakeholders.

It is a diverse role, covering technical and non-technical buying, the management of the purchased items route through the business to receipt and stock management of parts.

Key Responsibilities :

• Sourcing and placement of orders for contract and non-contract items using manual requisitions and digital parts requisition systems
• ??Negotiation of lower pricing whenever possible.

Maintenance of Supplier details on the procurement s...