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Procurement Buyer

Dexory

Wallingford

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 55,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

Dexory seeks an experienced Procurement Buyer to manage supplier relationships and procurement processes within a dynamic and innovative logistics environment. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering teams to ensure a seamless supply chain and contribute significantly to the creation of next-generation logistics solutions. With a strong focus on performance, communication, and strategic partnerships, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of logistics.

Benefits

Private healthcare via Bupa
Life insurance
Income protection
Pension (4+% employee contribution)
25 holidays per year
Full meals onsite

Qualifications

  • Experience purchasing in a fast-paced engineering or manufacturing environment.
  • Experience developing relationships with suppliers.
  • Solid understanding of mechanical and electronic components.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee and manage external suppliers and technical purchasing.
  • Collaborate with Engineering teams to support procurement.
  • Manage supplier relationships and drive communication.

Skills

Negotiation
Communication
Supplier Management

Job description

At Dexory, we're developing advanced software powered by cutting-edge robots that are transforming the very face of global logistics. With infectious enthusiasm, our unique blend of disciplines work in harmony to produce results at pace. From hardware and manufacturing to software, AI and commercial, we're one team – one heart – that beats, learns and grows together.

We donʼt quit. We keep ego and bureaucracy in check to help our operation stay agile and performing at its peak. We're a place where careers are defined, and we'll give you all the tools youʼll need to make your mark.

This opportunity doesnʼt present itself everyday. This is your chance to be a part of something truly revolutionary.

*We value the right attitude, humility and we're as interested in your character as we are in your talent. Please apply, even if you feel you only meet part of our listed criteria. Diversity drives innovation and we offer an international and friendly work environment with an energetic company culture.

Role:

As an experienced Procurement Buyer, your role will be to oversee and manage external suppliers and technical purchasing. Sitting within our finance function, you will be working closely with the technical team who manage our production, ensuring all parts are delivered for timely execution., You will assist in keeping up to date documentation for this essentially removing all supply related barriers with regard to production wherever possible.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with our Engineering teams to support all aspects of procurement for both existing & new product developments, designs and materials.
  • Take on existing supplier relationships - Manage transition & drive onward lines of communication, expectation & support.
  • Seek out new suppliers to increase supply opportunities, product alternatives and maintain competitive tenders amongst the supply-chain. Also de-risk single source supply bottlenecks.
  • Balance & maintain quality, cost and time drivers
  • Implement & negotiate cost reduction strategy within the supply-chain, without compromising on execution timescales or product quality.
  • Create & Implement supplier agreements, contracts, underwrites and strategic stocking policies.
  • Schedule procurement activities & deliveries to support production demands
  • Manage supply chain risk, approvals & performance metrics - KPIs & OTIF (On Time In Full)
  • Manage approved suppliers matrix & open order book update process
  • Suggesting & implementing improvements for internal supply/buying processes
  • Management and oversight of all procurement aspects of the companies MRP / ERP system (TBC)

Required Qualifications & Experience:

  • Experience purchasing in a fast paced engineering or manufacturing environment
  • Experience of managing and developing clear, value-add relationships with suppliers
  • Solid technical understanding of mechanical & electronic components, PCBs and different materials used in an R&D setting
  • Strong communication & negotiation skills
  • Previous experience of structuring and running MRP / ERP systems would be ideal

Benefits

Starting from the interview process and continuing into your career with us, you will be working by our four Operating Principles:

  • Performance: High standards, outstanding results,
  • Impact: Big challenges, bigger results
  • Commitment: All in, every time
  • One team: One mission, shared success

Joining our team and company isn't just about expertise; it's about embracing uncertainty with ambition. We're crafting world-changing solutions, fueled by a passion to redefine what's possible. We will look for you to help create and shape the future of logistics solutions through our products, our culture and our shared vision.

You will also receive:

  • Share options
  • Private healthcare via Bupa with 24/7 medical helpline
  • Life insurance
  • Income protection
  • Pension: 4+% employee with option to opt into salary exchange, 5% employer
  • Employee Assistance Programme - mental wellbeing, financial and legal advice/support
  • 25 holidays per year
  • Full meals onsite in Wallingford
  • Fun team events on and offsite, snacks of all kinds in the office

AAP/EEO Statement

Dexory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training

Please note: This role will require a minimum of 4 days onsite at our Wallingford location.

We are unable to provide sponsorship or relocation assistance for this role.

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