Electrical Category Buyer

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of motorcycles in the UK seeks an Electrical Category Buyer for their Stoke-on-Trent operations. The successful candidate will leverage expertise in procurement to enhance the supply chain, ensuring alignment with project needs and fostering supplier relationships. This role necessitates strong negotiation skills and technical acumen to navigate supplier agreements and manage risks proactively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of industry experience in engineering or manufacturing companies.
• Proven experience in electrical category procurement.
• Technical knowledge to interpret drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Act as category expert for electrical components and manage the supply base.
• Negotiate pricing and contracts for new products, ensuring feasibility.
• Support purchasing by managing supply risks that could impact projects.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Automotive, or Supply Chain

Job description

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Electrical Category Buyer, Stoke-on-Trent

Client:

EVera Recruitment

Location:

Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

We are currently looking for an Electrical Category Buyer to join a leading manufacturer of motorcycles based in the UK. The successful candidate will drive the purchasing function of the UK-based global brand to ensure a robust and committed supply chain.

The Electrical Category Buyer will:

• Act as the category expert for electrical components, managing the supply base, costing, and supplier sourcing.
• Lead early supplier engagement for new projects, including supplier validation and tracking.
• Negotiate pricing and contracts for new and development products, ensuring manufacturing feasibility and capacity reviews are completed.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships with clear and consistent communication.
• Support purchasing and related departments by proactively managing supply risks that could impact projects.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and order schedules.

The Electrical Category Buyer will have:

• Minimum 3 years of industry experience in engineering or manufacturing companies.
• Proven experience in electrical category procurement.
• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Automotive, or Supply Chain.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Technical knowledge to interpret drawings and specifications to ensure supplier alignment.
• High attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management skills.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your procurement career and contribute to exciting new product projects, apply now to join a company that values innovation, quality, and teamwork.