Category Buyer

PE Global International; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Category Buyer for a contract role focused on indirect purchasing. This on-site position requires expertise in sourcing, contract management, and supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in Excel and have purchasing experience. The rate is £20.42ph PAYE or £30.98ph Umbrella, and candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with PowerBI is advantageous.
• Proven purchasing experience.
• Experience in contracts and negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the indirect purchasing category strategy.
• Identify cost decreases and inventory reductions.
• Act as a liaison between the organization and suppliers.
• Document suppliers' performance and maintain relationships.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

PowerBI

Purchasing experience

Contracts and negotiations

Job description

Overview

PE Global is recruiting for a Category Buyer (indirect) for a leading multinational manufacturer of construction and mining equipment based in Desford. This is an initial 12-month contract position working on site 5 days a week. Pay rate is £20.42ph PAYE or £30.98ph Umbrella.

Responsibilities

• Developing, managing and executing the indirect purchasing category strategy, managing policies, agreements, source catalogs, and special procurement programs.
• Recognizing the potential for cost decreases, inventory reductions and quality improvement, as well as responsibility for soundness of business proposals and risk assessment.
• Acting as the liaison between the organization and the supplier to communicate information explicitly, while considering production demands and suppliers\' conditions.
• Documenting the suppliers\' performance on time sensitiveness and production; maintains a strong relationship with suppliers.

Education/Experience

• Microsoft Office proficient with a focus on Excel.
• Experience with PowerBI highly advantageous.
• Purchasing experience.
• Experience with contracts and negotiations.

Application

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV. Please click the link below to apply. Note: the client cannot sponsor visas; candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.