Lead Strategic Buyer - Direct Materials (Hybrid)

Rolls-Royce; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational engineering company is looking for a Senior Strategic Buyer - Direct Materials in East Grinstead. This position involves developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. Candidates should have a strong background in business administration or a related field, with at least 5 years of experience in a regulated environment. The role offers a hybrid work model and involves frequent travel to suppliers and other sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Senior Strategic Buyer in a regulated industry.
• Strong experience in strategic sourcing and managing supplier relationships.
• Willingness to travel frequently to other sites and supplier locations.

Responsibilities

• Develop sourcing activities from proposal to contract signature.
• Conduct market analysis to identify potential suppliers.
• Lead contract management and supplier performance evaluation.

Skills

Risk management

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Business Administration or similar

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading multinational engineering company is looking for a Senior Strategic Buyer - Direct Materials in East Grinstead. This position involves developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. Candidates should have a strong background in business administration or a related field, with at least 5 years of experience in a regulated environment. The role offers a hybrid work model and involves frequent travel to suppliers and other sites.