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Lead Strategic Buyer - Direct Materials (Hybrid)

Rolls-Royce

Woking

Hybrid

GBP 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

2 days ago
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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.
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