Senior Buyer - Engines

JCB; Derby; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join JCB as a Senior Buyer and play a crucial role in shaping our manufacturing operations across global locations. You will develop and execute category strategies, negotiate with suppliers, and collaborate with engineers to adopt innovative technologies. This dynamic position offers the chance to make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving industry, supported by comprehensive training programs and a commitment to employee development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

33 days’ holiday

Pension scheme

On-site gym

In-house medical services

ULEV car scheme

JCB Rewards Hub discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• You bring strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Results-driven with project ownership abilities.
• Capable of negotiating with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global category strategies.
• Engage and negotiate with suppliers globally.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to adopt new technologies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Project ownership

Creative strategy development

Resilience

Adaptability

Job description

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JCB is growing. With our Hydrogen and E-Tech electric machines, we are meeting the need for greater sustainability and energy efficiency in a changing market—and our order books are at record levels.

Role overview

As a Senior Buyer, you’ll be at the business end of what we do in a highly visible and dynamic role. Your focus will include:

1. Developing & implementing global category strategies to support our manufacturing operations in UK, India, USA, China & Brazil
2. Engaging & negotiating with suppliers globally to optimise value – maximising supplier competitiveness and performance.
3. Working closely with internal stakeholders, particularly Product Development Engineers, to identify, evaluate & adopt new technologies.

About you

You bring a mix of interpersonal & analytical skills that enable you to successfully negotiate & influence internal stakeholders and suppliers.

You are results-driven and take ownership of projects to achieve success.

You consider different perspectives to comprehensively define business requirements and develop creative strategies to meet these.

You have a can-do attitude, are resilient & adaptable—essential qualities in a fast-moving environment.

We are invested in developing talent, so even if you lack significant experience in procurement, our internal training programmes can equip you with the skills to thrive in a career with us.

This is your chance to join a company that values expertise and cares for its employees. At JCB, you’ll enjoy a competitive salary, 33 days’ holiday, access to our pension scheme, onsite gym, in-house medical services, ULEV car scheme, discounts via the JCB Rewards Hub, and Cycle to Work Scheme.

JCB: Building a Brighter Future

We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Our recruitment process is fair and inclusive. If you face accessibility challenges with your application and need support, please email recruitment@, and our team will assist you in an alternative format.

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