Indirect Buyer - Goole Rail Village

TN United Kingdom; Goole; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens is establishing a Rail Industry Hub in Goole and is seeking a Purchasing Operative for the Logistics team. The role involves ensuring the timely supply of indirect materials and engaging with stakeholders to optimize material flow. Candidates should have purchasing experience, particularly in the Rail industry, and strong data analysis skills. Siemens offers a competitive salary and a flexible benefits package, emphasizing diversity and sustainability.

Benefits

26 days of holidays plus bank holidays

Flexible benefits package

Qualifications

• Purchasing experience in the Rail industry is beneficial.
• Experience with Vendor Managed Inventory and manufacturing environments.
• Monitoring supplier performance and KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase requests and ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Engage with supply chain stakeholders to improve material flow.
• Analyze data from vendor-managed inventory solutions.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Negotiation

Cost-saving measures

Education

Working towards CIPS qualification

Tools

Excel

SAP

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Client:

Siemens Mobility Limited

Location:

Goole, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

268718fb8351

Job Views:

2

Posted:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

Job Description:

Siemens is creating its first UK-based Rail Industry Hub on the outskirts of Goole in the East Riding of Yorkshire. With an initial contract to assemble nearly 50 trains to service the Piccadilly line on the London Underground, we are recruiting up to 300 skilled technical and support colleagues in our Manufacturing Facility. Future work is expected to increase this number and expand into maintenance and overhaul activities, demonstrating a long-term commitment to the area and growth in employment and career opportunities.

We are looking for a Purchasing Operative focusing on indirect materials to join the Logistics team in Goole. Your role will be to ensure the cost-efficient and timely supply of indirect materials according to factory requirements.

How you will make an impact:

1. Process purchase requests and ensure the on-time delivery of materials to the site.
2. Engage with stakeholders in the supply chain to improve material flow, communicate requirements, and raise concerns.
3. Analyze data, including sales and consumption from vendor-managed inventory solutions, and communicate findings to stakeholders.
4. Handle the purchasing process from RFQ’s, negotiations, purchase orders, to product delivery and invoice discrepancies.
5. Utilize data analysis skills with Excel and work with MRP systems like SAP.
6. Maintain excellent communication and negotiation skills.
7. Identify and implement cost-saving measures in the supply chain.
8. Be proactive and self-motivated.

Beneficial experience:

• Purchasing experience in the Rail industry.
• Experience with Vendor Managed Inventory and manufacturing environments.
• Monitoring supplier performance and KPIs.
• International supply chain experience.
• Working towards CIPS qualification.

Additional information:

We offer a competitive salary, 26 days of holidays plus bank holidays, and a flexible benefits package. Siemens is committed to diversity, sustainability, and the DEGREE framework addressing societal issues. Learn more at our Goole News Microsite.