Senior Buyer (Direct) – Hybrid, 1pm Friday Finish

Ford & Stanley Recruitment; Llanwern; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in rail manufacturing seeks a strategic Senior Buyer for their Newport facility. This role offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary ranging from £42,000 - £48,000, and an early finish every Friday. The successful candidate will manage procurement of metal components, interpret technical drawings, and negotiate with suppliers. Essential skills include SAP and Advanced Excel. The company promotes from within and supports further qualifications for the right candidate.

Benefits

Flexible working

1pm finish on Fridays

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement within technical engineering or manufacturing.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Understanding of metal components.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement of machined and sheet metal parts.
• Interpret and review technical drawings and 3D models.
• Lead negotiations for cost savings.
• Utilise SAP and Excel for PO management.
• Manage an international supply chain.

Skills

SAP

Advanced Excel

Technical drawing interpretation

Procurement management

Negotiate effectively

Tools

PowerBI

Job description

A global leader in rail manufacturing seeks a strategic Senior Buyer for their Newport facility. This role offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary ranging from £42,000 - £48,000, and an early finish every Friday. The successful candidate will manage procurement of metal components, interpret technical drawings, and negotiate with suppliers. Essential skills include SAP and Advanced Excel. The company promotes from within and supports further qualifications for the right candidate.