Procurement/ Strategic Buyer

Recruit 12; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Strategic Buyer in the United Kingdom to manage supplier relationships and drive efficiencies in a global supply chain. The ideal candidate should possess strong IT, negotiation, and strategic thinking skills, along with a CIPS certification. Responsibilities include sourcing products for new introductions, managing supplier strategies, and ensuring compliance with supply chain requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong IT skills proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and data analysis.
• Understanding of ERP systems and their integration with operations.
• Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes and production environments.
• Awareness of compliance requirements within a global supply chain.
• Ability to build and develop supplier relationships.
• Proven experience in NPI implementation and project/production planning.

Responsibilities

• Source and negotiate new products to support New Product Introduction (NPI).
• Drive efficiencies and cost reductions within the supply chain.
• Develop and manage supplier and commodity strategies.
• Maintain supplier records to ensure compliance with ISO procedures and legal requirements.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate supply chain risks.

Skills

IT skills

Cost analysis

Negotiation skills

Communication

Leadership abilities

Strategic thinking

Supplier relationship management

Education

CIPS certification or other professional purchasing qualification

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

ERP systems

Microsoft AX

Job description

We are hiring now for this great opportunity, if you would like to apply please do so and we will contact you.

About the Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Strategic Buyer. This role is ideal for an ambitious and proactive individual looking to make an impact in a fast-paced, global supply chain environment.

You will take ownership of an established supplier base, predominantly supplying a range of components used in general assembly. The position offers a mix of supplier management, sourcing, negotiation, and strategic supply chain development to support business growth and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and negotiate new products to support New Product Introduction (NPI) and new machine options.
• Work proactively with the supply chain to drive efficiencies and cost reductions.
• Develop and manage supplier and commodity strategies.
• Maintain supplier records ensuring compliance with ISO procedures, statutory requirements, and business processes.
• Ensure adherence to supply chain compliance (including Preferential Origin, CBAM, and UK/EU Sanctions).
• Identify, manage, and mitigate supply chain risks.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

• Strong IT skills proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and data analysis.
• Understanding of ERP systems and how they integrate with physical operations.
• Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes and production environments.
• Awareness of compliance requirements within a global supply chain.
• Ability to build and develop supplier relationships.
• Strong cost analysis, negotiation, and management skills.
• Excellent planning, communication, and leadership abilities.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive, decision-making mindset.
• Proven experience in NPI implementation and project/production planning.

Desirable Criteria

• Meticulous, conscientious, and commercially aware.
• Confident, motivated, and adaptable under pressure.
• Strong internal and external communicator with stakeholder focus.
• Experience across a wide range of supply chain concepts and mechanisms.
• Understanding of Non-Malleable Grey Iron Castings and ability to read engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of Microsoft AX (preferred but not essential).
• CIPS certification or other professional purchasing qualification.
• Demonstrates and promotes company values internally and externally.