Project Buyer

Green Folk; Redditch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein innovatives Unternehmen im Fertigungssektor sucht einen Project Buyer, der für die Verhandlungen von Lieferantenverträgen verantwortlich ist. In dieser Schlüsselrolle tragen Sie zur Optimierung der Beschaffungsstrategie und zur Sicherstellung einer effektiven Materialversorgung bei. Ihre analytischen Fähigkeiten werden entscheidend sein, um datenbasierte Entscheidungen zu treffen und Kostensenkungsinitiativen erfolgreich umzusetzen. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für strategisches Sourcing und eine nachweisliche Erfolgsbilanz in der Beschaffung haben, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie, Ihre Karriere auf die nächste Stufe zu heben.

Qualifications

• Erfahrung im Einkauf oder strategischen Beschaffung in der Fertigung.
• Starke Fähigkeiten in Verhandlung und Vertragsmanagement.

Responsibilities

• Leitung der Verhandlungen mit Lieferanten und Umsetzung von Kostensenkungsinitiativen.
• Überwachung der Lieferantenleistung und Implementierung von Verbesserungsmaßnahmen.

Skills

Verhandlungsgeschick

Analytisches Denken

Projektmanagement

Education

Bachelor in Betriebswirtschaft

Tools

ERP-Systeme

Excel

Job description

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Base pay range

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Project Buyer – Contracts and Cost Projects (Manufacturing)

Redditch, United Kingdom

£40,000 - £50,000 + industry leading benefits

Job Summary:

A manufacturing company based in Redditch is seeking a Project Buyer to take ownership of supplier contract negotiations and lead data-driven cost improvement initiatives. This position plays a key role in aligning procurement strategy with operational goals, ensuring effective supply chain performance, and driving commercial value through strategic sourcing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the lead point of contact for supplier contract negotiations
• Plan and deliver cost reduction initiatives using data analysis and sourcing strategies
• Support manufacturing operations by ensuring timely and cost-effective material supply
• Monitor supplier performance and implement improvement actions where needed
• Use procurement and market data to identify opportunities and guide decision-making
• Collaborate with internal teams including operations, engineering, and quality to meet production and business objectives

Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience in procurement or strategic sourcing within a manufacturing environment
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret and leverage procurement data
• Experience leading projects and working cross-functionally
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Excel or similar data tools

Please note that full and permanent right to work in the UK is a non-negotiable requirement for this role. This employer is unable to offer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Embracing diversity in all its forms, our client is an equal opportunity employer. They welcome individuals from all walks of life, irrespective of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

By applying through Green Folk Recruitment, you consent to share your information with our client for recruitment purposes. We handle your data with care, aligning with our privacy policy for recruitment-related activities. Please be informed that all final hiring decisions rests solely with our client. Should you have any inquiries, kindly direct them to Green Folk Recruitment for a transparent and streamlined recruitment experience. Green Folk Ltd is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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