Senior Buyer

Ipsen; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ipsen is looking for a highly skilled Senior Buyer to join their Procurement team in Wrexham. In this role, you will ensure the seamless procurement of materials essential for high-quality pharmaceutical products while aligning procurement activities with business objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a rapidly growing site with recent expansions and a commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• Considerable experience in a buying role from a highly regulated industry.
• Experience using ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Takes ownership and is solution-focused.

Responsibilities

• Strategic sourcing and development of sourcing plans.
• Supplier management and compliance maintenance.
• Negotiating contracts with suppliers.

Skills

Accountable attitude

Natural communicator

Solution-focused

Tools

ERP systems

SAP

Job description

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At Ipsen, we are committed to improving the lives of patients, with a special focus on advancing neuroscience therapies. Our Wrexham site is a vital part of this mission, delivering cutting-edge solutions in a dynamic and collaborative environment. We are proud to be Great Place to Work certified and a Shingo Bronze Medallion holder, reflecting our commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

With a recent £24 million investment in the site and a further £86.4 million expansion underway, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. If you are passionate about making an impact and want to be part of a team that values growth, innovation, and excellence, then Ipsen could be where you thrive!

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Buyer to join our Procurement team in Wrexham. As Senior Buyer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless procurement of raw materials, packaging, and other consumables necessary for the production of high-quality pharmaceutical products. This position is integral to maintaining the integrity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of our supply chain operations while adhering to stringent regulatory standards and quality requirements. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align procurement activities with the company's overall business objectives and production schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing: Contribute to the development and execution of strategic sourcing plans for raw materials, packaging, APIs, and other consumables.
• Supplier Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, manage supplier change notifications, resolve issues, and ensure compliance with company standards.
• Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure the best terms and conditions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Planning, Warehouse, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Global Category Leads to align procurement activities with business objectives.
• Cost Optimisation: Perform cost analysis and implement strategies to optimise procurement costs without compromising quality.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks in the supply chain to ensure continuity and reliability.
  
  

Knowledge, Experience & Skills

• Considerable experience in a buying role from a highly regulated industry
• Experience using ERP systems, preferably SAP
• Accountable attitude, takes ownership and is solution-focused
• Natural communicator and relationship builder
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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