Interim Senior Buyer

Robert Walters UK; Wigan; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Interim Senior Buyer to lead procurement processes and supplier negotiations. This role, based in Wigan with hybrid working options, offers a unique opportunity to impact purchasing strategies within a dynamic manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills, ensuring effective procurement frameworks are established. With a contract duration of 1-3 months and the potential for a permanent position, this is a fantastic chance to contribute to a forward-thinking team and advance your career in procurement and supply chain management.

Benefits

Accelerated Career Progression

Dynamic Culture

Expert Training

Qualifications

• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills are essential.
• Experience in implementing procurement frameworks is required.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with third-party suppliers and set up procurement processes.
• Ensure cost-effective purchasing strategies are implemented.

Skills

Commercial Acumen

Negotiation Skills

Procurement Frameworks Implementation

Job description

Interim Senior Buyer – Wigan (Hybrid) – 1-3 Months + Potential to Go Perm

We’re supporting an SME in Wigan looking for an Interim Senior Buyer to take ownership of procurement processes and supplier negotiations for an initial 1-3 months, with the potential for a permanent role.

Location: Wigan (Hybrid Working)

Rate: Dependent on experience

Duration: 1-3 months (potential to go perm)

This role will focus on negotiating with third-party suppliers, setting up procurement processes, and ensuring cost-effective purchasing strategies. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and experience implementing procurement frameworks.

If you’re available and ready to make an impact, apply now!

About the job

Contract Type: TEMPORARY

Specialism: Procurement & Supply Chain

Focus: Purchasing / Procurement

Industry: Manufacturing and Production

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Associate

Salary: £25 - £35 per hour

Job Reference: LWG1DM-D0F7730D

Date posted: 4 March 2025

Consultant: Lee Carey

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