Labels Category Lead Buyer

Harrison Scott Associates; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Labels Category Lead Buyer for their client in Surrey, England. The ideal candidate will have outstanding experience in the packaging and print sector, with a proven track record of managing a packaging portfolio and expertise in procurement. Strong negotiating and communication skills are crucial, along with significant experience in data management and e-procurement tools. This role offers a salary between £35,000 and £45,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven track record of managing a packaging portfolio.
• Experience of procuring relevant goods and services highly advantageous.
• Significant experience of procurement best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage a packaging spend of circa £10m.
• Support internal and external customers effectively.
• Make presentations to clients in support of business development.

Skills

Outstanding experience in the packaging/print sector

Strong ability to communicate effectively with customers

Strong negotiating skills

Proven track record in data management

Significant experience of category/print management

Education

CIPs qualification preferred

Tools

E-procurement tools

Excel

Job description

Job Title : Labels Category Lead Buyer – Surrey

Salary : £35-45k Basic + benefits

Location : London

Reference : J1518

Telephone : [phone]

I am actively seeking a candidate for the above role. Please find brief details to follow :

• Outstanding experience in the packaging / print sector
• Proven track record of managing a packaging portfolio
• Previous experience of procuring relevant category of goods and services highly advantageous
• CIPs qualification preferred
• Significant experience of category / print management or procurement, with a proven track record of value creation by either cost reduction or achieving contribution targets
• Proven track record of supporting internal and external customers
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with customers : listening, influencing & presenting
• Significant experience of making presentations to clients in support of business development
• Significant experience of procurement best practice and procurement techniques
• Experienced in the successful use of e-procurement tools
• Proven track record in data management –strong Excel skills
• Strong negotiating skills (both commercial and legal)
• Experienced at managing change
• Outstanding team player

The client seeks someone with a packaging spend of circa £10m and a candidate with expertise in labels will have a distinct advantage. If you, or someone you know would be interested in more detail, please do not hesitate to contact me.

If you would like to apply, please send Microsoft Word CV and a small paragraph highlighting why your experience matches the above profile.

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