Senior Buyer

Adecco; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Buyer in the automotive industry to manage indirect procurement processes and enhance supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in procurement, strong stakeholder management skills, and excellent interpersonal abilities. This role offers competitive remuneration, a friendly work environment, and opportunities for personal development across the UK and Europe.

Benefits

Competitive salary

33 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

Support through Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted Health Club memberships

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Significant experience in procurement with a focus on Indirect Procurement.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with teams across the organisation.
• Experience working in a matrix organisation.

Responsibilities

• Manage all tender renewal processes for indirect procurement.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers for efficiency and cost savings.
• Be the primary point of contact for indirect procurement in the UK.
• Analyse supplier performance to achieve the best price and service.

Skills

Stakeholder management skills

Interpersonal skills

Procurement experience

Analytical skills

Education

Degree or CIPPS certification

Job description

Calling all skilled Senior Buyers!

Are you ready for an exciting opportunity in the automotive industry?

Our client, a leader in the industry for every make and model, is searching for a dynamic individual to join their team.

Remuneration : Competitive salary, 33 days annual leave (inc. bank holidays), Personal development leading to career opportunities across UK and Europe, Contributory pension scheme, Life assurance, Support through our 24 / 7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family, Discounted Health Club memberships, Hospital Plan and Online GP, Cycle to work scheme, Online retail discount, Staff discount

Job Overview

As the Senior Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in maximising value, optimising benefits, and enhancing efficiency in indirect procurement across the Region and the Group. Working closely with the team, you will ensure that key internal stakeholders are not just satisfied but delighted by consistently delivering on expectations related to cost, quality, service, and innovative solutions.

Why work for our client?

Here, your work goes beyond just a job. Our client prioritises their colleagues as the foundation of their success. They foster a friendly and inclusive work environment where everyone can be their best. With a commitment to creating a fair, inclusive, and high-performing workplace, they strive to motivate, support, value, and empower their employees. Work-life balance is important, and flexibility and a balanced lifestyle are encouraged. Join their team and be a part of an organisation committed to excellence and the highest quality products and services.

Responsibilities

Manage all tender renewal processes for indirect procurement, including liaising with key suppliers and ensuring deadlines are met.

Build strong relationships with suppliers cross-functionally to ensure maximum efficiency and cost savings.

Work closely with key stakeholders to ensure governance and process awareness.

Be the primary point of contact for both internal and external customers for Indirect Procurement in the UK.

Ensure effective implementation and compliance with new procurement processes and systems.

Analyse supplier performance and ensure that the best price and service are achieved.

Establish clear communication channels with key stakeholders through regular business review meetings.

Skills and Experience

Significant experience in procurement with a focus on Indirect Procurement.

Degree or CIPPS certification is desirable.

Strong stakeholder management skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with teams across the organisation.

Experience working in a matrix organisation.

Take the next step in your career and apply today!

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