Senior Buyer in Newhaven | Butler Ross

Butler Ross; Mount Pleasant; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A procurement organization in Newhaven is seeking a Senior Buyer/Purchasing Manager. The successful candidate will oversee the procurement of raw materials, develop procurement strategies, and mentor the purchasing team. Excellent communication skills and prior experience in purchasing or procurement are essential. This role requires full on-site presence with a salary of up to £40k.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Proven ability to mentor or supervise a team effectively.
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for raw materials.
• Collaborate with central purchasing and negotiate supplier contracts.
• Monitor industry trends and sourcing innovations.
• Lead and mentor the purchasing team.
• Manage supply chain efficiency through supplier performance evaluation.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Team mentorship

Communication skills

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Seeking a Senior Buyer/Purchasing Manager to join an organisation located in Newhaven. This role offers a fantastic chance to contribute to the company's success by overseeing direct procurement of raw materials and supporting broader category management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for raw materials, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with central purchasing, negotiate supplier contracts, and build strong supplier relationships.
• Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and sourcing innovations to stay ahead.
• Lead and mentor the purchasing team, setting goals and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Manage supply chain efficiency through supplier performance evaluation, risk mitigation, and inventory oversight.

Person Specification

• Prior experience in purchasing or procurement
• Proven ability to mentor or supervise a team effectively
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems
• Excellent communication skills, confident in engaging with individuals at all organisational levels in a professional manner

Salary and Location

Up to £40k

This position requires full on-site presence

Additional Information

This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a buyer, sourcing specialist, commodity manager, category manager, senior buyer, procurement manager, procurement specialist, procurement lead, buying lead, procurement team leader, or procurement supervisor.

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