Indirect Buyer

Futura Design; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an Indirect Buyer for a 12-month maternity cover contract. The ideal candidate will be accountable for sourcing goods/services and managing procurement processes for both indirect and direct operations. Responsibilities include supplier selection, pricing negotiation, and project management. Ideal qualifications include advanced knowledge in procurement and experience handling complex sourcing projects. This position offers competitive pay at £33.56 per hour.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge in procurement processes.
• Experience in managing complex sourcing projects.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Obtain goods/services required by the organization.
• Manage the procurement process for indirect and direct operations.
• Coach and review the work of lower-level professionals.

Skills

Supplier Selection

Pricing/Terms Negotiation

Order Processing

Contract Administration

Supplier Performance Management

Education

Advanced education in procurement or business

Job description

Our OEM Client based in Coventry, is searching for an Indirect Buyer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a 12-month maternity leave cover contract position.

Umbrella Pay Rate: £33.56 per hour

The Opportunity

• Accountable for obtaining goods/services required by the organization including:
• Indirect Operations (e.g., Office Supplies, Computers, Travel, Maintenance, Machine Parts, etc.)
• Direct Operations (e.g., Raw Materials and Services for Manufacturing, Production or Construction; Products for Retail, etc.) Procurement processes include:
• • Product/Service Sourcing
  • Supplier Selection
  • Pricing/Terms Negotiation
  • Order Processing
  • Contract Administration
  • Supplier Performance Management
  • May include Strategic Sourcing Level: A Senior Professional (P3) applies advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Responsibilities typically include:
  • Managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision.
  • Coaching and reviewing the work of lower-level professionals.
  • Problems faced are difficult and sometimes complex.
  • Specialization Match Note: Para-Professional incumbents administer the transactions associated with obtaining goods and services and do not negotiate pricing or terms.